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

A one-year diploma preparing learners to take on lead teacher roles in early years settings, covering child development, SEND, safeguarding, and curriculum planning.

10 months – 1 year (20 classes) Classroom Early Years & Childcare

About the Course

Suitable for a range of students who want to develop the knowledge and abilities to take on the role of lead teacher in early years settings, both locally and internationally. Part of a nested qualification pathway progressing to CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership.

Outcomes

  • Thorough knowledge of child development from birth to age seven
  • Children's nutrition, safety, and health needs
  • Early childhood theories and educational models
  • Creating curriculum and observing/evaluating children
  • Organizing developmentally appropriate learning opportunities

Job Roles on Completion

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

Course Modules

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

Entry Requirements

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

Certification

  • NCFE Certificate and UK attestation
  • Certificate attested by KHDA Dubai