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Children’s Learning and
Development: NVQ Level 3
This is a level 3 work-based, assessed course.
Course details There are five mandatory and four
optional units of study over the year. These include
subject areas such as developing and maintaining a
healthy, safe and secure environment for children and
the protection and promotion of children's rights. Students
study in College one day a week and need to complete
mandatory work placements with young children to
develop a realistic idea of the professional role of a
child care and education worker.
How is it assessed? There are a number of ways that you
will be assessed. These include written questions, witness
testimony, assignments, case studies, reflective accounts
and professional discussions. There will be direct
observation in your work setting.
Course duration One year part-time, work-based course.
What do I need to study this subject? The course is a
progression from NVQ level 2. All students are required
to complete a Criminal Records Bureau check at the
beginning of the course.
Where can this lead me? The course can lead to
employment in an early years setting, for example,
nursery officer, or to higher education: the Foundation
Degree in Child Care and Education.
What are the enrichment opportunities? We offer work
experience in statutory, voluntary and private sector
organisations.
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