Applications are now being taken for Academic year 25/26
This is aimed at 19+ who want to work within an Early Years setting. This is designed for people who are currently working or who are working voluntarily in a Day care setting.
The course is scheduled to start on 21 January 2026 and will run on a Wednesday Evening 5:00-7:00 – attendance will be every 2 weeks; therefore, you will attend 2 sessions each month, both will be in college.
You will be expected to complete course work and have time to study from home to meet deadlines.
This Course will be delivered at our University Campus North Lincolnshire (UCNL).
Course Structure
Theme 1: Health and well-being
Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school readiness
Assessment Methods
To gain this qualification the learner will need to:
• Pass all units 10 in total
• Complete longitudinal study
• Show competence in a real work, these will consist of a variety of written evidence and observation of practice
Progression
Assistant in Children’s Centres
• Practitioner in nursery schools
• Practitioner in reception classes in primary schools
• Pre-school worker
Course Fees
UK
£4670.00
See Additional Costs for further information on fees.
Additional Costs
Funding information to follow.
Quick Reference Guide
Level
Level 3
Duration
18 Months
Study Mode
Part-Time
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Applications are open. Apply online in minutes.
Questions? Call 01724 281 111 or email customer.services.team@dncolleges.ac.uk