
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Early Years Educator Programme equips workers to provide high-quality early education and care in settings like day care, children's centres, and pre-schools. Educators deliver evidence-based learning opportunities for all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), while adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). They facilitate learning through play, apply the observation, assessment, and planning cycle to support development, and may serve as a key person for one or more children in their care.
Level 3 Certificate in
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
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APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD
ON PROGRAMME DURATION
END POINT ASSESSMENT DURATION
TOTAL DURATION
Level 2 Intermediate
14 Months
16 Months


2 Months

DELIVERY MODEL
END POINT ASSESSMENT TASKS
BECOME AN APPRENTICE
Blended
Practical Observation,
Presentation with Q&A,
Panel Interview
£6,000
Community Activator Coaches will deliver engaging sport & physical activity sessions to a variety of groups, while also promoting health and well-being within their communities.
Safe Coaching Practice: They will learn essential health and safety practices, risk management, and safeguarding to create a secure coaching environment for all participants.
Participants Needs: They will understand how to cater to diverse participant groups, tailoring your approach to different ages, abilities, and backgrounds for inclusive and effective coaching.
Planning, Delivery & Evaluation: They will understand how to cater to diverse participant groups, tailoring your approach to different ages, abilities, and backgrounds for inclusive and effective coaching.
Working Collaboratively: They will develop the ability to work effectively with colleagues, community partners, and other professionals to enhance the impact of your coaching.
Project Planning: They will master the fundamentals of planning and executing community-based projects, from initial ideas to successful implementation.
Behaviours: They will focus on key professional behaviours like leadership, communication, and ethical practice, essential for effective community engagement and coaching.
End Point Assessment Preparation: They will prepare for their final assessment with dedicated guidance, ensuring you’re confident in demonstrating the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course.
In-person Masterclass sessions: Hands-on training led by experts, offering practical insights and real-world skills through face-to-face interaction.
Virtual Webinars: Live, online sessions where they can engage with their tutor, ask questions, and learn remotely from any location.
Group Learning Forums: Collaborative spaces for them to discuss, share experiences, and learn with other participants in a guided group setting.
Dedicated Skills Coach: A personal mentor who provides ongoing support, guidance, and tailored feedback to help them reach their learning goal.
Online Portfolio: A digital platform where you can track progress, upload assignments, and showcase their work throughout the training programme.
Assessments: Evaluations designed to measure their knowledge, skills and behaviours, ensuring you meet the required competencies of the programme.
Upon achievement, learners will receive certification to deliver sport & physical activity sessions. They will be eligible for membership in CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for Management in Sport and Physical Activity). They can further progress to a Community Sport and Health Officer or Sports Coach programme upon completion.
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Level 2 Community Activator Coach
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Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi Skills
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Will work as Activators, Activity Leaders and Community Workers within their communities.
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APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD
ON PROGRAMME DURATION
END POINT ASSESSMENT DURATION
TOTAL DURATION
Level 3 Advanced
18 Months
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3 Months

DELIVERY MODEL
END POINT ASSESSMENT TASKS
FUNDING VALUE
Blended
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Practical Observation with Questioning
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Professional Discussion Underpinned by a Portfolio
£7,000

DELIVERY MODEL
The Early Years Educator will play a key role in ensuring that young children learn, develop well, and are kept healthy and safe. They will work in a variety of environments, including full day care, children's nurseries, and pre-schools.
Personal Development: They will focus on understanding yourself, managing emotions, and growing professionally to improve effectiveness in early years settings.
Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, and SEND: They will cover the key principles and practices of protecting children, promoting health and safety, and ensuring everyone is treated fairly, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Child Development and A Unique Child: They will explore how children grow and develop at different stages, recognising that each child is unique with their own needs and potential.
Theories of Play & Learning: They will look at different ideas about play and learning, emphasising how these concepts apply to early childhood education and influence teaching practices.
Teaching, Learning & Assessment: They will focus on effective teaching methods, creating learning opportunities, and assessing children's progress to support their development.
Enabling Environments: They will learn how to create and maintain supportive and engaging learning spaces that encourage children to explore and learn.
Partnerships Working: They will focus on the importance of working together with families, colleagues, and other professionals to support children's growth and wellbeing.
Transitions: They will address how to help children move smoothly between different stages of their early years, such as changing from one setting to another.
End Point Assessment Preparation: They will prepare for your final assessment with dedicated guidance, ensuring you’re confident in demonstrating the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course.
In-person Masterclass sessions: Hands-on training led by experts, offering practical insights and real-world skills through face-to-face interaction.
Virtual Webinars: Live, online sessions where they can engage with their tutor, ask questions, and learn remotely from any location.
Group Learning Forums: Collaborative spaces for them to discuss, share experiences, and learn with other participants in a guided group setting.
Dedicated Skills Coach: A personal mentor who provides ongoing support, guidance, and tailored feedback to help them reach their learning goal.
Online Portfolio: A digital platform where you can track progress, upload assignments, and showcase their work throughout the training programme.
Assessments: Evaluations designed to measure their knowledge, skills and behaviours, ensuring you meet the required competencies of the programme.
Upon achievement, learners will be aligned to the DFE (Department for Education) requirement and standards for Early Years Educator. They can further progress to Early Years Lead Practioner.
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Level 3 Early Years Educator
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Level 3 Emergency Paediatric First Aid
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Will work as Early Years Educator, Early Years Worker, Nursery Educator and will typically work in nursery centres, pre-schools, reception classes and playgroups.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM FUTURE TRAINING
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Industry-Relevant Training: Developed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure relevance and effectiveness
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Experienced Trainers: Learn from professionals with extensive field experience
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Flexible Learning Options: Various training formats to accommodate your schedule and learning style
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Supportive Environment: Personalised support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship
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Free Recruitment Service: We will provide a free recruitment service by sourcing applicants for your vacancies at no charge to the business
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Accreditation and Ofsted Rating: Accredited and have been recognised with a "Good" rating by Ofsted
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Relevant Qualifications Awarded: Learners will receive relevant qualifications funded by us to support the apprenticeship programme








