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Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities
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.
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.
This pathway could lead to many career opportunities
Annual payThe 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.
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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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.
Guidance on Interviews
Once you have submitted an application we will contact you with the a range of options for conducting your interviews remotely, such as telephone or Skype, or organising interviews once the College reopens and social distancing is relaxed.
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
> Skills for Childcare Diploma Level 1
> Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2
> Childcare & Education Diploma Level 3
> Early Years Educator Diploma Level 3
> Early Years Educator (Workforce) Diploma Level 3
> Early Years Advanced Practitioner Certificate Level 4
> Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Adults) Level 3
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Canterbury, Kent
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01227 811111
Email:
iag@eastkent.ac.uk