Early Years Education and Childcare

Choosing a career working with babies and young children is incredibly rewarding. 

Our Early Years courses are taught by experienced, supportive and knowledgeable staff and focus on the theoretical and practical aspects of early years care and education. These courses will equip you with the skills needed to excel in this field. 

Our courses emphasise real-world experience through industry placements facilitated by our network of employer partnerships, putting theory into practice and building your confidence along the way.

Available Courses

All
College 16-19
University Level
Apprenticeship
Adult 19+
Apprenticeship
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Flexible
Apprenticeship
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship (Level 5)
Flexible
Apprenticeship
Early Years Practitioner (Level 2) Apprenticeship
Flexible
University Level
BA (Hons) (top-up) Early Childhood Studies (full-time)
Trowbridge
Adult 19+
NCFE/CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner
Flexible
Adult 19+
NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Flexible
Adult 19+
NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (QCF)
Flexible
Adult 19+
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years
Distance Learning DIST
Adult 19+
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Distance Learning DIST
Adult 19+
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Distance Learning DIST
Adult 19+
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Distance Learning DIST
Adult 19+
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Distance Learning DIST
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If you are passionate about making a positive impact on young lives and are eager to gain comprehensive training and practical experience in early years care and education, our courses provide an excellent foundation for your future career.

You will learn how the early years workforce supports children to learn, play and develop. You will explore key developmental milestones and how you can encourage children to reach them, and practice designing and facilitating creative activities with children. Moreover, you will engage in fundraising activities that enhance your communication, planning, organisation, and teamwork abilities. 

Previous students have successfully progressed on to further study at university in areas such as Primary Education, Early Childhood Studies and Child Nursing.

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Courses Offered At

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Chippenham Campus
wiltshire
Trowbridge Campus
Salisbury Campus
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