The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Diploma are Maths and English GCSE or Functional Skills level 2. Plus, previous experience working or volunteering in an Early Years setting for a minimum of six month prior to the course.

Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Diploma Level 3 will take you 2 years to complete.

You will initially attend college for a course induction with you tutor on Wednesday 21st February 2024, 4:30pm – 8:00pm, at our Boston Campus (Rochford).

Learning will take place on Teams where you will need to attend a workshop, once a month, with the first online workshop taking place on Thursday 7th March 2024, 5:00pm – 8:00pm.

The Level 3 Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) Diploma will cost £2882.

You may be eligible to study this course for FREE should you be eligible under one of the following criteria:

• Aged 19 or over, and earning less than £20,319
• Aged 19 or over, and currently unemployed and receiving JSA, ESA or Universal Credit
• Aged 19 or over and do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification

Alternatively, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help with your College fees. If you progress to employment you won't have to pay anything back until you’re earning £25,000 per year. Your household income isn't taken into account and there's no credit check. Your eligibility depends on your course, nationality, and age. To find out more contact the College Information Line on 01205 313218.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

You will be assigned an assessor who will observe your practice in your Early Years setting throughout the duration of your course, your assessor will offer support and guidance and will use a variety of assessment methods to help you achieve the requirements of the qualification.

You could progress onto a Foundation Degree or a career in Early Years as a room leader, nursery manager or teacher.