Early Years Workforce (Level 3 Diploma)

• This course is FREE for most students
• You may be eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan
• Course fees listed below are the maximum fee if paid.  Click here to find out more and if you are eligible for free or discounted courses.

To enrol on this course you need to be employed either full-time, part-time or on a voluntary basis. If you work part-time or volunteer then a minimum of 12 hours per week is required in the workplace. You must also provide proof of employment orplacement by providing us with a letter from your employer stating that they are prepared to support you through this qualification and that they give us permission to assess you carrying out your normal duties. You will also need to provide a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check (formerly CRB).

You will work towards achieving core and optional units. All of these add to the required content for your award. Your selection of optional units will depend on a discussion between you and an assessor about the duties within your role.

You need to complete 11 core units (27 credits), 5 units from your chosen pathway (22 credits) plus optional units to make your total award up to a minimum of 65 credits.

• communication
• health and saftey
• promoting equality and inclusion
• having a duty of care

Due to the nature of this qualification, studying is more focused on your knowledge and skills. Tutors and assessors will provide information on the unit subject and you will then provide evidence of your knowledge (via professional discussion, written work, question and answers and other means of assessment).