iCQ Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Overview

The iCQ Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator is a vocational qualification designed for individuals pursuing a career in early years education and care. It is aimed at equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and understanding required to work with children from birth to 5 years old, with an understanding of children up to 7 years old. This diploma aligns with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework in England and other relevant standards

Units & Modules

- Promote children's physical development Level GLH | - Promote the development of positive behaviour in children | - Equality, diversity and inclusive practice in Early Years Settings | - Promote children's creative and imaginative play and experiences | - Working in partnership in Early Years Settings | - Promote the health and safety of children | - Child development from conception to 7 years | - Understand emotional development and attachment to support transitions and significant events in the early years sector | - Plan, lead and review play opportunities which support children's learning and development | - Safeguarding, protection and welfare of babies and young children in Early Years Settings | - Support daily routines to meet babies and children's physical care needs | - Promote children's speech, language, communication and literacy | - Understanding the theories which underpin practice in the Early Years Sector | - Support healthy lifestyles for children through hydration and nutrition | - Promote the development of children's mathematical skills | - Use observation, assessment and planning to promote the development of children | - Understand and engage in professional development

Assessment

The qualification will be assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Your personal assessor will conduct monthly meetings via Teams to review and develop your progress towards the qualification. | All assessments need to be passed, and each will directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the qualification.