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Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4 Higher National Certificate)

Pearson BTEC
Early Years

Course Overview

Students will complete the Higher National Certificate in ECEC by completing the mandatory Level 4 units (Units 1-8) and 375 hours in three distinct placement settings. The course is very practical and graduates have excelled at University and in Industry. You will be expected to critically analyse information and think independently. You will use the Early Years Specialist Room fully equipped with a range of play and practical resources while completing this qualification. As placement is an integral part of your qualification a self-declaration of current health status is implicit as part of the overall risk assessment process. Enrolment on this course is subject to a satisfactory Access NI check. Grant support may be available during your studies. Contact Student Services for more details.
  • Start Date
    1 Sep 2023
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    1 Year
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

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  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate Early Childhood Education and Care
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2023
    Fees:
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Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road
Two young female students walking and laughing together

Course Modules

  • 1 Professional Development Through Reflective Practice
  • 2 Protecting Children in Early Childhood Education and Care Environments
  • 3 Play and Learning in Early Childhood
  • 4 Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development- Babies & Toddlers
  • 5 Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development - Young Children
  • 6 Promoting Healthy Living
  • 7 Preparing for Research
  • 8 Promoting Inclusive Early Childhood Education
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

48 UCAS points and minimum of GCSE English at grade C or equivalent. Access 40%. Applicants must have a Level 3 Qualification, e.g. A Levels, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma, DCE, Level 3 in Playwork, an AVCE/Advanced GNVQ in an appropriate Vocational area.Interview required prior to enrolment.

ROI Requirements

48 UCAS points and minimum of OLC English at grade O5. Access 40%. Applicants must have a Level 3 Qualification, e.g. Leaving Certificate, BTEC National Diploma, CACHE Level 3 Diploma/ Extended Diploma, DCE, Level 3 in Playwork, an AVCE/Advanced GNVQ in an appropriate Vocational area. Please note in some universities OLC Grade 05 may not be accepted as equivalent to GCSE Grade C. Interview required prior to enrolment.

Work Placement

The number of hours in work placement will be 375 hours in a minimum of three distinct settings covering the age groups birth to one year 11 months, two years to four years 11 months and five years to seven years 11 months.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
  • Uniform - £20-40

What's Next?

Further Study

Students can progress to the Level 5 HND in Early Childhood Education and Care or can choose to progress to university. Past students have progressed to Speech and Language, Nursing, Teaching, Social Work, Psychology or another related profession.

Career Prospects

Classroom assistant, Playgroup leader, Creche leader, Childminder, Family Support Worker, Special Educational Needs Assistant.

Enquiry

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    The variety of subjects and the freedom to explore various themes and projects have helped me find my love for contemporary 3D work and sculpture. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is serious about studying Art & Design. School can’t give you the hands-on experience this course does. It has prepared me for University and helped me achieve my dream of going to Glasgow School of Art!
    Katie Curry
  • Image of Alastair Cameron (NWRC Entrepreneur in Residence)
    One of my first aims within NWRC is to identify and reward innovative ideas and entrepreneurial thinking throughout the college network. The IDEATOR Awards will serve as a stepping stone for both students, recent NWRC alumni and the staff network to develop business ideas further.
    Alastair Cameron (NWRC Entrepreneur in Residence)
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