Early Childhood Development AAQ

Bexhill College

Penland Road, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2JG

National Extended Certificate (BTEC)

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 07 September 2027

Bexhill College

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is the equivalent of 1 A Level

This course allows you to engage in a broad investigation of the children’s care and education sector (0-8 years). You will understand how children develop, your role in supporting development through play and learning, as well as keeping children safe.

Course Details

This course provides specialist training covering occupational and industry-specific skills.

You will study the following units:

Children's Development
Keeping Children Safe
Play and Learning
Research and Reflective Practise in an Early Childhood Setting

You will also complete some work placement in an Early Years Setting.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

There are two externally set and marked units and two internally marked units.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including Maths and English at grade 4.

Equipment required

A DBS check will be required.

Your next steps...

You will learn the skills and qualities needed to work with children and build a portfolio of evidence to support your transition to higher education.

Additional information

https://www.bexhillcollege.ac.uk/course/early-childhood-development-aaq/

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