Early Years

Pathways

Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities

Build a foundation for your future in childhood education. Learn in our training nursery and benefit from our links.

With access to the College training nursery, students are supported during their studies, enabling them to recognise their potential before entering the childcare industry or progressing on to university.

Students benefit from structured placements, which is an integral part of the early years qualification. Extensive links with local employers provides access to placement opportunities* and real-life training. *DBS check required.

Applicants that are 19+ please scroll down and click on the appropriate programme including access, higher education, and short and part-time courses.

Careers
Industry Links

Careers

Nursery Assistant
Teacher
Au Pair/Nanny
Child Psychologist
Children's Holiday Rep

Industry Links

Canterbury Day Nursery
Townsend Montessori Nurseries

Career Prospects

This pathway could lead to many career opportunities

Example

Nursery nurses and assistants

Annual pay
£17,680

The workforce is projected to expand by 42% over the period to 2027, adding 72,748 jobs. In the same period, 73% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 125,640 job openings.

Role description

Nursery nurses and assistants care for children from birth up to seven years of age in day or residential nurseries, children’s homes, maternity units and similar establishments.

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What's next?

Step 1 Apply

Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway

Step 2 Interview

At your interview, the tutor will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. This is also your opportunity to make sure that this pathway meets your goals and ambitions.

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