Future Prospects
Successful completion of this course could lead to progression onto a level 2 Early Years course.
Entry Requirements
GCSE English and maths Grade 2 or above advisable.
Different programmes have different concessions and/or loans.
If you are under 19 on 31st August prior to the start of your further education course you will be eligible for free tuition. Some costs may still be involved, such as trips or uniform, but this will be discussed with you at enrolment. There is financial support available subject to eligibility.
(There are no reductions due to age on Higher Education courses eg HNC/HND/BEng/BSc/Fdn Degree)
This is not applicable to apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship team will discuss this with you once you have applied.
Students who are not eligible to claim free tuition under Level 2 Entitlement (see Level 2 Entitlement funding categories), may be eligible for free tuition if they meet any of the following criteria:
To claim one of these concessions you will need to declare your status and upload proof of your earnings and/or benefits during the enrolment process. The proof must be dated no more than three months prior to your course start date, and could be 3 months wage slips, an employment contract, or 3 months universal credit statements.
*Thresholds subject to change.
This is not applicable to apprenticeships. Our apprenticeship team will discuss this with you once you have applied.
This is a level 1 course with a variety of units covering a range of topics including growth and development of young children, crafts and activities for young children, healthy living and musical activities for children.
Successful completion of this course could lead to progression onto a level 2 Early Years course.
GCSE English and maths Grade 2 or above advisable.