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Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Mode of study

Part Time

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs Grade 9-2 including English OR Maths. You should be employed, or have an employer willing to sponsor you. Applications are assessed on a case by case basis.

Teaching staff

You will be taught by a team of expert Tutors and Work Based Assessors

Course Code

WB2EYA1P/2

Duration

nk

Location

Work-Based Apprenticeships

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

You will sit various assessments throughout the course, alongside an endpoint assessment at the end of the programme.

About the course

This apprenticeship is tailored for those who wish to work with young children, focusing on supporting their early development in a safe and nurturing environment. The course covers child development theories, practical caregiving skills, and the importance of play in learning. Apprentices learn to create engaging educational activities, support children's emotional and physical needs, and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues. Health and safety, safeguarding, and child protection are also key components, ensuring that apprentices can provide high-quality care while adhering to legal and ethical standards.

Career options

Full-time employment. Upon completion, you can also progress to a higher level apprenticeship or qualification.

Career progression is excellent for apprentices, and over the course of their careers, those with an Apprenticeship earn on average, £100,000 more than those without. (A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Apprenticeships and Other Vocational Qualifications, University of Sheffield, 2007)

Course Content - What will I learn?

Support child development; plan educational activities; observe and assess children; health and safety in early years settings.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

You will sit various assessments throughout the course, alongside an endpoint assessment at the end of the programme.