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Early Years
If you would love to work with children and make a real difference in their lives, our early years courses could be perfect for you. The knowledge and practical experience you will gain on your course will lead you towards a successful career in this rewarding sector.
Trips and visits
Throughout your course, you will have the opportunity to participate in first aid training and engaging excursions to locations like Forest Schools, The International Slavery Museum, Eureka Museum and the Thackray Medical Museum. Our students have visited destinations including Prague, Disneyland Paris, Poland, and London.
We encourage our level 3 students to visit different universities, with our childcare students benefiting from the college’s strong relationship with the University of Chester by getting involved in seminars and lectures.
Industry links
You will have the opportunity to take part in valuable industry placements, furthering your practical skills and industry knowledge. The college has excellent links with a range of private day nurseries, primary schools and childminders, such as Dunky’s Day Nursery, Bright Futures and Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School. In addition to the industry-relevant skills developed throughout your industry placements, you will also develop vital employability skills including communication, customer service, enthusiasm, motivation, problem-solving and attention to detail. This ensures that you are fully prepared to succeed in the workplace when you leave us.
Throughout the course, you will meet professional guest speakers such as nursery managers and representatives from the University of Chester, to learn about the different roles and career prospects available.
I am
16-18 Years Old
If you are a school leaver studying early years, you will begin by acquiring the basic skills required to work in this industry, such as communication and leadership skills. As you progress, you will learn all about child growth and development as well as learning how to educate young children, and gain your early years educator qualification. As part of your course, you will take part in a regular work placement, which will equip you with valuable practical experience as well as preparing you for entry into the workplace.
T Level Education & Early Years: Early Years Educator
Full Time
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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship
Part Time
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Level 3 Childcare
Full Time
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Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Part Time
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T Level Foundation Year: Early Years
Full Time
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I am an
Adult Learner
We have a range of adult early years courses, including online and part time courses, suitable for those who are seeking employment within an early years or educational setting. Perhaps you have always dreamed of working with children, or are already working within the sector and want to gain a qualification. Whatever your ambition, our expert tutors will provide all the support you need to achieve it.
Level 2 Certificate Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Part Time
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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship
Part Time
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Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Part Time
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Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Part Time
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