L1 Award in an Introduction to Early Year's Settings

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Mode of study

Full Time

Start date

08/09/2025

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications needed

Course Code

FLTEYA1F/1

Duration

1-Year

Location

Welwyn Garden City Campus

Awarding body

NCFE

Assessment

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include optional tasks, coursework, or a portfolio of evidence.

About the course

This qualification develops a basic knowledge of childcare in early years settings. It covers working with children up to the age of 5 years old. The units include subjects such as the value of play, the roles and responsibilities of carers and volunteers, and the importance of developing links in the local community.

Career options

You could work as a Volunteer in Early Years Settings and you could also progress onto the Level 2 Certificate or a Diploma.

Potential careers:

Education & Childcare Inspector
Further Education Lecturer
Higher Education Lecturer
Learning Mentor
Nanny
Nursery School Teacher
Nursery Worker
Play Worker
School Administrator
School Teacher
Special Educational Needs Teacher
Teaching Assistant/ Learning Support Assistant
Psychologist
Social Care Worker
Youth & Community Worker

Course Content - What will I learn?

You will learn about: the developing child, what makes a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children, and the importance of play on a child's development. You will undertake set hours of work placement which will be arranged by the college. You will also continue to develop your maths and English skills throughout the program.

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

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include optional tasks, coursework, or a portfolio of evidence.

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