Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) Dip L3

This qualification is for people wanting to work in the children and young people�s workforce. Suitable for those in full or part time learning or employment, it develops the wide-ranging knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people from birth up to 19 years. It covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas - including those in social care settings and offers a wealth of career opportunities. On completion learners will be able to work unsupervised with children and young people. The qualification is split into 2 pathways: � Social care � Learning, development and support services

All units are assessed internally using a range of methods. This includes direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, and written assignments

On completion learners can progress to various job roles depending on the pathway taken. The lists below are not all-inclusive but give a taster of the opportunities available. This qualification can also provide progression to the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People�s Services or a Foundation Degree. Social care pathway: � supporting teaching and learning workers who visit families of pre-school children at home � foster carers � children and families social workers � registered managers of children�s homes, plus deputy and assistant managers � residential childcare workers children and family court advisory and support service advisers � youth worker � community care officer � professional assistant � family centre worker Learning, development and support services pathway: � learning mentor