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T Level Education and Childcare - Early Years Educator

Level 1 Diploma
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Course Location

College

Cheadle College

Location

Cheadle College

Further Details

Age

College 16-18

Department

Childcare & Education

Course Start Date

Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Course Duration

Full-time, 1 Year

Course Time

Course Fee

£ 0.00
You may be eligible for support with your tuition fees - please visit the college website - funding and finance page for further information

Course Code

CFP-CC3T-1100

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Course Overview

Learners will study a 2 year Childcare & Education course that has been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses to meet industry standards. The course is a mixture of classroom based assessments and engaging with employers in a nursery, childcare setting or primary school. You will gain a valuable opportunity to put your theoretical knowledge into practice, spending over 60 days in industry.

Course Requirements

5 GCSE’s at grade 4 or above including maths and English Language.

What you will Learn

From exploring a range of different theoretical perspectives to analysing the thinking of key philosophers, on this course you will study the complex factors that affect children’s lives and explore ways to positively shape and influence their futures. This qualification is current and relevant with progression routes, allowing you to gain a license to practice for employment or opportunities or Higher Education.

Assessment

Formative assessments will take place throughout the 2 year course.
2 externally set and marked exams.
Reflective journal.
800 hours in industry led placement.

Progression

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in early years education, childcare or assisting teaching. Students can progress into roles such as:
Early years practitioner
Primary school teacher
Teaching Assistant
Learning mentor
Special educational needs assistant
Play worker
Portage home visitor

Career Options

Completing a T-Level in Education and Childcare opens up various career options in the field of education and childcare. T-Levels are vocational qualifications designed to prepare students for specific careers. Here are some career options you can consider after completing a T-Level in Education and Childcare:

Teaching Assistant
Nursery or Preschool Assistant
Childcare Worker
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Worker
Early Years Educator
Childminder
Family Support Worker
Youth Worker
Play Therapist
Further Education or University
Educational Administrator
Education and Childcare Consultant

The specific career path you choose will depend on your interests, additional qualifications, and the level of responsibility you wish to assume. It’s important to gain practical experience through internships or work placements during your T-Level program to enhance your job prospects and determine the career path that best suits you.

Mandatory Units

Year 1
Wider context
Supporting education
Safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing
Behaviour
Parents, families and carers
Working with others
Child development
Observation and assessment
Reflective practice
Equality and diversity
Special educational needs and disability
English as an additional language

Year 2
Support and promote children’s play, development and early education
Develop relationships with children to facilitate their development
Plan, provide and review care, play and educational opportunities to enable children to progress
Safeguard and promote the health, safety and wellbeing of children
Work in partnership with colleagues, parents, carers and other professionals to support children’s development

Contact Details

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

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Disclaimer

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.
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