Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)

Applications are now open for September 2024. Apply online via our "Apply Now" button. 

Classes run Wednesday evening. 

You will need support from a professional within the real-world environment who will be required to complete professional development records.

The course is structured around four themes:

• Theme 1: Health and Well-being
• Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
• Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school readiness
• Theme 4: Professional development

To complete the course you would need to complete 23 units

Placement Hours

Placements should be undertaken in at least 2 different settings to cover the following age ranges:

Who is this course for?

This qualification is suitable for those learners, in paid or voluntary employment in an early years education and care role with children from birth to 5 years.

Why study an Introduction to Early Years Education and Care?

This is an 18-month programme delivered at the college. On completion, you can progress to the Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner. 

Course Length

18 months

Wednesday evenings at 6.00pm - 8.30pm

Entry requirements 

• It is recommended that you hold a Functional Skills qualification at level 2 or a GCSE Grade C or above in English and maths.
• You must be in either paid or voluntary employment in the early years setting for a minimum of 1 full day per week. (Any day of your choice)
• It is recommended that you have a minimum of 6 weeks of experience in the early years setting prior to starting the course.
  
  

Cost

The course cost is £2880, however, you may be eligible to apply for an advanced learner loan if you are age 19 and over and if it's your first full Level 3 qualification. 

OR

*Free course for Jobs Level 3 Offer (National Skills Fund) - Study for free if you are aged 19 or older, and live in Greater Manchester if: 
 

• This is your first Level 3 qualification (which equates to two or more A-levels, four or more AS levels, or BTEC/NVQ level 3 or Access to HE qualification or 

You already hold a Level 3 qualification and: 
 

• You are in receipt of Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) or Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). 
• You are not in paid employment or your take-home pay is less than £345 a month and you are receiving a means-tested benefit (e.g. Universal Credit) 
• You are in paid employment but with an annual gross salary of less than £20,888. 
   

If you're aged between 19-23 and live in Greater Manchester, the course may be free if: 

• This is your first Level 3 qualification (which equates to two or more A Levels, four or more AS levels, or BTEC/NVQ level 3 or an Access to HE qualification). 

Adavanced Learner Loans may be available if none of the above applies. 

Please contact the Admissions Team by calling 0161 666 8215 or emailing adulted@asfc.ac.uk.