Entry Requirements
You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language.
Assessment Method
50% exam, 50% coursework (internally assessed assignments)
About this course
If you’re interested in working with children, or thinking about a future career in areas like teaching, nursing, social work or psychology, this course is a great choice. It’s equivalent to one A Level and can be taken alongside other A Levels as part of your study programme.
Who is this course aimed at?
By the end of the course, you’ll have built skills and knowledge in:
How children develop and learn through play
Safeguarding and health and safety in childcare settings
Supporting children’s literacy and numeracy through play and activities
Reflecting on your own work and using research to improve practice
Professional and interpersonal skills during a work placement
Critical thinking and research skills to help with future university study
What will you learn?
You’ll explore key areas in Early Years development and education, through four main topics:
Children’s Development
Learn how children grow and develop from birth to eight years old, including how different factors and experiences can affect their development.Keeping Children Safe
Understand how to keep children safe in Early Years settings, including safeguarding responsibilities, health and safety, and what to do in emergencies.Play and Learning
Discover the importance of play for children’s learning and development, and how different theories and approaches influence how children play.
Research and Reflective Practice
Learn how research shapes Early Years education and how professionals use reflective practice to improve the care and support they provide.
What skills will you develop?
By the end of the course, you’ll have built skills and knowledge in:
How children develop and learn through play
Safeguarding and health and safety in childcare settings
Supporting children’s literacy and numeracy through play and activities
Reflecting on your own work and using research to improve practice
Professional and interpersonal skills during a work placement
Critical thinking and research skills to help with future university study
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
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English Language
Psychology
Sociology
Progression routes
This course prepares you for further study at university in areas such as:
Nursing (Adult or Child Nursing) – BSc (Hons)
Childhood and Early Years Studies – BA (Hons)
Teacher Training
Social Work – BA (Hons)
Psychology – BSc (Hons)