Early Years Education

Start Date

Level

Course Course: P00760

Area: Childcare & Education

Campus: City Campus

About this Course

If you love working with children and want to make a difference in their early development, training in early years education can help you build the skills needed for this rewarding career.

Key Units

Education and Early Years Level 1

An introduction to working with young children, this course is designed to give you the knowledge; understanding and practical skills needed for supervised employment in early year settings.

Education and Early Years Level 2

Develop your knowledge of child development, play, health, and safety. This course is designed to give you the knowledge, understanding and practical skills needed for supervised employment in early year settings.

T Level Early Years Educator

A technical qualification combining classroom learning with real work experience in early years settings. Students will develop knowledge and skills in early childhood, preparing students to work with children in a range of settings, or to progress to higher level study.

Entry Requirements

Education and Early Years Level 1

4 GCSEs at A*- E/grade 2 or above, including English Language

Education and Early Years Level 2

4 GCSEs at A*- D/grade 3 or above, including English Language and maths

T Level Early Years Educator

5 GCSEs at A*- B/grade 5 or above, including English Language, maths and science

Assessment

Education and Early Years Level 1

Written assignments/tasks

Education and Early Years Level 2

Direct observation within the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, and written assignments/tasks

T Level Early Years Educator

Written exams, an employer-set project, and synoptic assignments

80% of the course is classroom learning, and 20% is work-based placement

Where does this Lead

After finishing your course, you can:

Progress to higher education, such as university degrees in early childhood education or related subjects
Start a higher or degree Apprenticeship in childcare or education
Enter the workforce in early years settings

Future Opportunities

Careers in this sector include:

Early Years Educator
Nursery Nurse
Childcare Practitioner
Teaching Assistant
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Worker
Family Support Worker

Tell Me More

Interview process

For this course, the interview process for the includes an information session followed by a 1:1 chat with a tutor. During the information session, you will receive important details about the course structure and expectations, along with a chance to ask any questions. This is crucial to ensure you understand the course fully and how it aligns with your goals.

Will this course suit me?

An ideal person for this course is one who is interested in caring for children. It is an advantage to be a patient person who enjoys helping others and working as part of a team.

Staff and Facilities

At the Sheffield College you will learn from highly qualified staff with a range of academic and childcare work-related backgrounds. Students also benefit from our strong partnerships with local childcare employers. We have excellent facilities for childcare students, which include well equipped learning areas, a creative practice room, a fully operational kitchen and a simulated nursery room.

Course enrichment

You will have the opportunity to engage in various enrichment activities such as industry visits, guest speaker sessions and workshops.

Extra Costs

A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required for students going on work placements and will be carried out at the start of the course. Students will need to pay for this and the cost is approximately £52.00.

Students in financial hardship can apply to the Student Support Fund for help with these costs.

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