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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector

10 - 12 Months Face-to-face | Online Education & Early Childhood
Education & Early Childhood

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector in Dubai a one-year, KHDA-accredited path to Early Years Teacher/Practitioner roles, with a nursery placement.

10 - 12 Months Flexible Learning Duration
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Overview

You like working with children then this is for you. The CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Workforce (Early Years Education) is designed for all those who are currently employed in the early years education and care sector or aspiring to be. Love most kids and their environment? This diploma will really advance your career.

This 1-year diploma is for the learner who desires to gain real, practical knowledge and skills to work with children birth through age five and as old as age seven. You will be awarded a cache level 3 certificate when complete, as an Early Years Teacher or Practitioner. You will also be required to volunteer at a nursery setting as part of the cache level 3 course in Dubai which will give you real life experience of working in a nursery!

By completing this course, you will be able to take on a leading role as an early years teacher in any setting, worldwide.

How Do You Benefit from CACHE?

The CACHE Level 3 Diploma is part of a nested qualification pathway, providing a clear, encouraging pathway in the early years sector. Already have some experience in education or early years? You can jump straight in at Level 3. If you have completed this qualification, you may want to further your studies towards the CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services qualification to prepare for further progression and opportunities for supervisory, co-ordinating or nursery manager positions. It’s a really gradual and thoughtful way, and as you go through the levels, you’ll become more confident and learn more about what you can do in this career.

Course Outcomes

This NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to work successfully in early years education, and to lead to a variety of employment opportunities in childcare settings. You’ll have real guidance and support with you the whole way through.

Here’s what you’ll come away with

  • A solid, thorough understanding of child development from birth to age seven
  • Real insight into children's nutrition, safety, and health needs
  • A grounding in early childhood theories and educational models
  • The know-how to create curriculum, and to observe and evaluate children thoughtfully
  • Practical skills to organise learning opportunities that are genuinely age-appropriate
  • The confidence to know how to file reports of suspected child abuse or neglect

What Job Roles Can You Apply For After This Course?

Once you’ve completed this certification, you’ll be ready to build a genuine career as an early childhood educator. It opens the door to a wide range of opportunities across public, private, and non-profit settings schools, nurseries, early years centres, daycare facilities, and more, including roles like:

  • Lead Teacher in a Nursery
  • Early Years Practitioner
  • Foundation Stage (FS1 & FS2) Educator
  • Homeroom Teacher (Early Years)

Course Modules

CNA Training Institute is proud to stand as a leading name in Early Years Education Teacher Training, offering CACHE Level courses to students everywhere. From your very first CACHE Level courses onward, CNA Training Institute is genuinely invested in helping you grow into the educator you’re meant to be, whether you’re starting out with the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People or working your way toward something bigger, like the CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services.

01
Introduction to the role of the early years educator
02
Holistic child development
03
Children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
04
Effective communication in an early years setting
05
Safeguarding and welfare requirements
06
Health, wellbeing and safety
07
Promoting an effective early years curriculum
08
Assessment of children's learning and development
09
Understanding play for learning and holistic development
10
Partnership working

Course Summary

Key information about the course at a glance.

Entry Level Requirements

  • High school diploma
  • Passport/Emirates ID
  • Level 2 qualification or equivalent certification
  • Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience

Course Duration

10 months – 1 year

Certifications

NCFE Certificate and UK attestation

Certificate attested by KHDA Dubai

Course Fee & Payment Options

Fee: AED 13,000 + VAT

Discounted Fee: AED 8,000 + VAT

Payable in installments

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about our courses,
enrollment process and more.

How many face-to-face taught sessions does the course include?

Duration: 10 months – 1 year; 20 classes | 10 Assignments | 10 Modules

Who is this qualification suitable for?

For those looking to become certified as lead teachers in early childhood settings.; For those looking for a pathway to the Level 5 Leadership qualification.

Is There Any Extra Cost Associated with the Course?
  • There is no extra cost of this course other than the fee mentioned above.
  • The fees for cache level 3 in Dubai that you pay includes:
  • Highly qualified and dedicated course tutor with both local and international experience.
  • Learning Resources.
  • Learner Handbooks.
  • Study Materials and Tuition Fee
  • Access to the Laser Learning Platform (online portfolio and coursework)
  • Final Certificate from NCFE UK with KHDA Attestation
What learner support is available during the course?

Volunteer work opportunities within our childcare settings and placement assistance for career progression.