Overview

This bundle course has been designed to help our learners gain a further understanding of early years teaching and the skills required for this career path. It covers everything they need to know about the EYFS curriculum and how to work with children in an educational setting

The Early Years Teacher Training Course is a comprehensive program consisting of instructor-led modules and case studies to provide our learners with an in-depth understanding of EYFS teaching methods and the role of an EYFS teacher. Learners will familiarise with the EYFS curriculum and will also explore best practices for teaching children with special educational needs (SEN). The course covers fundamental topics such as the stages of child development, and even includes advice on how to find work once learners have completed their training.

The Diploma in Child Care is designed to help learners get a basic understanding of the principles and practices when caring for children in a professional setting. It is ideal for childminders and aspiring teachers who want to enhance their skills in nurturing a child’s learning and development. Essential areas covered include nutrition, play activities, SEN learning support, physical, emotional and personal development. This course also covers the legal responsibilities of working with young children and safeguarding practices.

Highlights of Early Years Teacher & Child Care Course

• Gain a solid understanding of the EYFS framework and the role of an EYFS teacher
• Learn about the different stages of development in children
• Explore your career opportunities in EYFS teaching and get advice on finding work
• Discover a wide range of teaching methods for teaching children with learning difficulties
• Broaden your understanding of common learning disorders and learning difficulties
• Understand the principles and practices of safeguarding children
• Learn how to stimulate children’s’ learning through engaging play activities
• Gain a clear understanding of the development of babies and the principles of caring for infants
• Familiarise with child safeguarding practices & understand your legal responsibilities when caring for children
• Understand the basics of health & nutrition in children and the importance of a balanced diet for their development

Early Years Teacher & Child Care Course Design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

• Video Lessons
• Online study materials
• Mock exams
• Multiple-choice assessment

Who is This Course for?

This comprehensive bundle course is ideal for anyone who wishes to develop the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to work with children and kickstart a career in teaching. This is an introductory course suitable for those who are not yet in a teaching or childcare role.

Why study this course

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Early Years Teacher & Child Care Course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Method of Assessment

To assess your learning, you have to participate in an automated multiple choice question exam. You have to score at least 60% to pass the exam and to qualify for ABC endorsed and CPD accredited certificates. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate.

In addition, to enhance the depth of your knowledge regarding the course and further assess your learning, you are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, which you can complete anytime you wish. After submitting the assignment, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.

Certification

Endorsed Certification from ABC Awards

After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their new qualification. Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £129 . There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

CPD Certification from One Education

After successfully completing the MCQ assessment of this course, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from One Education, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.

Endorsement

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

The course has been endorsed under the ABC Awards and Certa Awards Quality Licence Scheme.  This means that One Education has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers, meet defined quality criteria. The completion of this course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification* but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at Level 7 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.

The course itself has been designed by One Education to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications.   ABC Awards & Certa Awards endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met.  A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.

ABC Awards and Certa Awards have long-established reputations for providing high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. ABC Awards and Certa Awards combine over 180 years of expertise combined with a responsive, flexible and innovative approach to the needs of our customers.

Renowned for excellent customer service, and quality standards, ABC Awards and Certa Awards also offer regulated qualifications for all ages and abilities post-14; all are developed with the support of relevant stakeholders to ensure that they meet the needs and standards of employers across the UK.

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

*Regulated qualification refers to those qualifications that are regulated by Ofqual / CCEA / Qualification Wales

 Career Path

On successful completion of this course, learners can become fully qualified early years teachers, or explore related roles such as:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Childminder
• Childcare Worker
• Children’s Support Worker