This is a unique qualification for Level 3 early years practitioners looking to progress to Level 4.

It is designed to support experienced early years practitioners to build on your knowledge and understanding. This a chance for you to develop skills that promote quality, encourage leadership, prepare you for management and provide you with opportunities for professional development.

The qualification will challenge you in both your daily practice and theoretical understanding.

The content covers ages 0-5 years and includes the following areas:

• Enabling children to learn
• Promoting health and wellbeing
• Special educational needs
• Working with families
• Implementing change

You will develop and use skills of leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection as you complete the qualification through work-based learning opportunities.

Completing this qualification means….

• You will become an advanced practitioner acting as Important role models for others.
• With this qualification your opportunities are endless! You could even go on to do Level 5

Learners must hold a full Level 3 Early Years Qualification to progress onto Level 4

Funding is available.