Learners will develop and use skills of leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection as they complete the qualification through work-based learning opportunities (read more).
Who is it suitable for?
Suitable for learners aged 18 and over, who are currently employed as an early years Level 3 practitioner.
It would suit learners who are looking to develop leadership and specialist skills for use in their current role, or in preparation to take on a specialist role such as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator or a Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator.
It would also suit learners who want to progress to further learning to take on a position of leadership within the setting.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners must be 18+ and hold a full Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
This is a work-based qualification. Learners must be employed in an Early Years setting at Level 3 to complete this qualification.
How long does it take to complete?
This qualification will take up to a year to complete.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Level 5 qualifications such as the Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services.
This qualification will prepare learners for study at a higher level, for example a Foundation Degree in Early Years.
Although the qualification will not be eligible for UCAS points, it could provide evidence for a personal statement to enable mature students to enter Higher Education.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) – for staff who are undertaking the responsibility of SENCO in the setting.
PANCO role (Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator).
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Internal progression at higher level including those with management responsibilities.
Leadership, mentoring, supervision and management opportunities.