Childcare Skills

Course summary

The Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level. It is a natural progression from BTEC Level 2 in Children’s Play Learning and Development or Health and Social Care and is designed to further develop you into an independent learner. You can still study at Children’s Play Learning and Development Level 3 if you have not studied it before. Throughout the course you will study a variety of topics and build upon your knowledge and understanding of the world of Early Years. The nature of the course not only gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding but it also allows you to improve your research and application skills, organisational skills and time management. You will develop personal skills and attitudes essential for successful performance at university and in working life.