BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

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What does the course involve?

You will work in at least 4 different child care settings, e.g. day nurseries, baby units, primary schools, pre-schools.
You will spend 800 hours (one and a half days a week) on work placements.
If you pass this course you will become a qualified nursery officer.

How is the course assessed?

This is an ideal course for you if you prefer coursework to exams. You will be assessed on the quality of your coursework and you will be awarded overall grades of pass/merit or distinction on the successful completion of all coursework units at the end of this two year course.

What qualifications do I need before I begin the course?

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What are the career opportunities open to me if I take this course?

You can progress to Higher Education which will lead to careers such as teaching, midwifery, education welfare officer.

You can enter the child care profession as a nursery officer in various settings and progress to management levels such as officer in charge.

Course Facts at a glance:

Exam board:
Edexcel

Course Level:
Level 3

Course Commences:
September 2010

Duration:
2 Years

Student Profile:

Navenka Ross

Previous School: Croydon College and Edenham High School

On completion of the course, I hope to achieve my national diploma to the best of my ability. I hope to go on to work with children, either as a teaching assistant or a nanny.

I applied to John Ruskin College because I had heard good feedback about the teaching and courses on offer. I have found the teachers very knowledgeable and helpful.

The thing I have enjoyed most about the college is making new friends. I have also enjoyed having good opportunities such as being involved in an Academy launch day and the chance to do practical work experience, working with a wide range of children aged from 0-7 years.

Course studied BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Children’s Care Learning and Development.

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