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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education

The course covers a variety of information on the health and development of a child during the Early Years setting.

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Price
£545 inc VAT
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Study method
Distance learning
Duration
180 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education
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Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

If you’re looking for a richly rewarding career that lets you watch children grow and develop before your eyes, then our online NCFE CACHE accredited Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education will get you started on your journey. You’ll also learn about the frameworks that can be applied to children’s development, how to provide a safe environment for them to learn and play, how to support emergent literacy, and much more. Even better, you’ll be able to study in your own time, at your own pace. On this knowledge-based course, you’ll study child development from birth to the age of seven years, and learn how to meet the physical and emotional needs of young children.

This course is ideal for learners who aren’t ready or able to commit to a childcare course which includes practical experience, but who would still like an introduction or a refresher in early years education. It’s also perfect for anyone seeking to achieve a solid foundation of knowledge before pursuing the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce, which will grant practitioner status as an early years educator.

Qualification

Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education

Awarded by NCFE CACHE
Regulated by Ofqual
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Description

Study Hours

The learning hours for this course are up to 180 hours, which is around 30 minutes per day for 12 months.


Study Method

Study completely online using our award-winning learning platform, MyOxbridge.


Course Duration

On average, students complete this course in 4 months, but we'll give you up to 12 months. Don’t worry if you go over the year though, we can organise an extension to your course for an additional fee, which also extends your tutor support.


Assessment

Students must pass two mandatory units to complete this course. Each module is followed by a written assignment which will be marked by your personal tutor and graded from A*-D. You won’t need to take an exam.


Course Outcomes

In 2015, NCFE acquired CACHE. As of September 2017, our CACHE courses will now be known as NCFE CACHE, and you will receive your certificate from both awarding bodies.

This qualification comes with NCFE CACHE Level 3 certification. NCFE CACHE have been developing courses in the childcare, education and healthcare sectors since 1945 and are one of the most reputable awarding bodies for qualifications in the UK and overseas. Practitioners working in these areas are much more employable having gained NCFE CACHE certification and many employers specifically ask for their qualifications when taking on members of staff.

Progression:

Holders of the Award and Certificate in Childcare and Education can achieve a supervised Early Years role.


Additional Information

  • Official Qualification Title - NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education
  • Difficulty - Level 3
  • Entry requirements - We recommend that you hold level 2 qualifications in English and maths such as GCSEs or functional skills.
  • Minimum Enrolment Age - 16 years
  • UCAS points - 32

Who is this course for?

If you’re looking for a richly rewarding career that lets you watch children grow and develop before your eyes, then our online NCFE CACHE accredited Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education will get you started on your journey. You’ll also learn about the frameworks that can be applied to children’s development, how to provide a safe environment for them to learn and play, how to support emergent literacy, and much more. Even better, you’ll be able to study in your own time, at your own pace. On this knowledge-based course, you’ll study child development from birth to the age of seven years, and learn how to meet the physical and emotional needs of young children.

Requirements

We recommend that you hold level 2 qualifications in English and maths such as GCSEs or functional skills.

Questions and answers

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mim asked:

Hello would like to please enquire. How are we graded? do we receive UCAS points to help when applying for university? Many thanks

Answer:

Hi Mim, this course is assessed through written assignments and carries 32 UCAS points. How soon are you looking to get started?

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Victoria asked:

Is this DfE recognised. Can I work in a nursery with this qualification

Answer:

Hi there, yes this is both OFQUAL and OFTSED recognised and can work in a nursery but only in an assistant role.

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Juliet asked:

how long can i study this course for? and does it have specific time of the day for study?

Answer:

Hi there, students will have 1 year to complete the course but on average, this will take up to 180 guided learning hours. Students will have complete access and flexibility in terms of studying also.

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Corinne asked:

Hello , is the s course would enqnle me to count toward thé ratio child/ adults at a level 3 ?

Answer:

Hi Corinne, no the award in Childcare and Education would not allow you to count toward the ratio. In order to count as part of the ratio you would need to complete the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.

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Alfie asked:

What if you don't hold English and Maths A*-C GCSE can you still do the course?

Answer:

Hi Alfie, You can still enroll on the course but would need to complete Maths & English to become employable.

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Tas asked:

Would I be able to go to university with this qualification?

Answer:

Hi Tas, This course carries 32 UCAS points. These can be used towards credits for university.

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Melania asked:

Hi is there any exam to do?

Answer:

No, this is all assessed through coursework alone.

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