A broad basis of the study of the early years ector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. This is a two-year course, equivalent in size to one A Level. Students taking this qualification will study three mandatory units, which cover the following topics: Children’s Development, Communication and Numeracy, and Play and Learning. Students will complete 50 hours of work experience in the sector. We then select one option unit, which supports students’ progression to specialized degree programs within the sector and covers areas such as: safeguarding, the early years’ foundation stage, physical development, and health needs. why study this subject? Would you love a career surrounded by the boundless energy, enthusiasm and optimism that comes from working with children? The aim of the course is to equip you with both knowledge and skills to care for young children in a wide variety of settings (day nurseries, children’s centres, reception classes, infant classes, nursery classes, special schools, child-minders and family refuge centers) so the content reflects the breadth of work opportunities and experiences to enable you to do so.
At least 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English language, mathematics and any other subject-based grades specified. 5 in English Language and a 4 in Science.
Units are a mix of two mandatory external exams and two internal assessments. There are three main forms of assessment that you need to be aware of: external, internal and synoptic. Externally-assessed units:- Each external assessment for a BTEC National is linked to a specific unit. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. The styles of external assessment used for qualifications in the Children’s Play, Learning and Development suite are: Examinations - all learners take the same assessment at the same time, normally with a written outcome; Set Tasks - learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task; internally-assessed units - most units in the sector are internally assessed and subject to external standards’ verification; Synoptic assessment - Synoptic assessment requires learners to demonstrate that they can identify and use effectively, in an integrated way, an appropriate selection of skills, techniques, concepts, theories and knowledge from across the whole sector, as relevant to a key task.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Darlington |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | The Headlands, Darlington, DL3 8RW |
A broad basis of the study of the early years ector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. This is a two-year course, equivalent in size to one A Level. Students taking this qualification will study three mandatory units, which cover the following topics: Children’s Development, Communication and Numeracy, and Play and Learning. Students will complete 50 hours of work experience in the sector. We then select one option unit, which supports students’ progression to specialized degree programs within the sector and covers areas such as: safeguarding, the early years’ foundation stage, physical development, and health needs. why study this subject? Would you love a career surrounded by the boundless energy, enthusiasm and optimism that comes from working with children? The aim of the course is to equip you with both knowledge and skills to care for young children in a wide variety of settings (day nurseries, children’s centres, reception classes, infant classes, nursery classes, special schools, child-minders and family refuge centers) so the content reflects the breadth of work opportunities and experiences to enable you to do so.
At least 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English language, mathematics and any other subject-based grades specified. 5 in English Language and a 4 in Science.
Units are a mix of two mandatory external exams and two internal assessments. There are three main forms of assessment that you need to be aware of: external, internal and synoptic. Externally-assessed units:- Each external assessment for a BTEC National is linked to a specific unit. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. The styles of external assessment used for qualifications in the Children’s Play, Learning and Development suite are: Examinations - all learners take the same assessment at the same time, normally with a written outcome; Set Tasks - learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task; internally-assessed units - most units in the sector are internally assessed and subject to external standards’ verification; Synoptic assessment - Synoptic assessment requires learners to demonstrate that they can identify and use effectively, in an integrated way, an appropriate selection of skills, techniques, concepts, theories and knowledge from across the whole sector, as relevant to a key task.