Child Care & Early Years Education
Education - Early Years Education and Childcare T Level
Is this course for me?
So what are T Levels? They are high quality work focused alternatives to A levels. There is academic study, coupled with practical, industry related skills and 750 hours of industry placement built into the course.
You will spend 750 hours on placement to include weekly placement and some block weeks. The rest of the time will be spent in College. You will gain an insight into the childcare and early years sector, exploring a range of topics, including: practical care skills; personal and social development; legislation framework and professional practice; play; safeguarding; and health and safety. Your studies will prepare you to work with children from birth to five years, with knowledge of children up to seven years.You will benefit from our partnership with Edge Hill University with visits to campus, sessions delivered by university academics and meetings with current trainee teachers. You will also receive support from them with UCAS applications and a guaranteed interview if you choose to apply for a course there.
Through continual assessment using practical observations, written assignments, exams and an employer set project.
Full time for two academic years.
A minumum of 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 including Maths & English
You may progress to employment in a childcare setting, or to the Foundation Degree Children, Young People and their Services at the University Centre Wigan& Leigh College.
You will need an enhanced DBS Certificate. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Find out more at Free Bus Travel.
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Students aged 16-18 do not pay exam fees.
