What you will learn
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Unit 1 - Lead Safeguarding and Welfare Practice Within the Early Years Setting (A/651/1437)
In this unit you will understand the current legislation and guidelines in relation to safeguarding and the welfare of children. You will also explore the ways babies and children may experience neglect and abuse. You will be able to work with others and support in the reporting of safeguarding and welfare concerns.
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Unit 2 - Champion inclusive practice and equity in the early years (D/650/7730)
In this unit you will understand the legislation, guidance, policies and procedures relating to inclusive practice in the Early Years. You will know how to challenge discrimination and poor practice.
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Unit 3 - Manage the Care, Health and Well-Being Processes Within Early Years (D/651/1438)
In this unit you will be able to lead on the provision of personal and physical care of babies and young children. You will also be able to lead on the promotion of healthy lifestyles and support children who are injured or unwell. You will also be able to support the provision of food and drink including promoting positive oral health for babies and young children.
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Unit 4 - Lead and promote positive change in the early years setting (H/650/7732)
In this unit you will understand change management theories, strategies and techniques. You will be able to evaluate an area for change, lead and implement this change within the setting.
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Unit 5 - The Principles and Practice of Effective Leadership and Coaching in the Early Years (J/650/7733)
In this unit you will understand management, leadership, coaching models, strategies and frameworks. You will be able to mentor colleagues to develop their practice and performance. You will also be able to support teams through change and challenges within the sector.
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Unit 6 - Champion Learning and Development Opportunities for Young Children (F/651/1439)
In this unit you will look at the current frameworks for early years practice. You will be able to promote an enabling environment that promotes the learning and development of babies and young children. You will be able to promote emergent literacy and numeracy in the early years.
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Unit 7 - Promote the Personal and Professional Development of Self and Others who Work in Early Years Provision (K/651/1440)
In this unit you will develop your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Early Years Senior Practitioner. You will understand the importance of professional development in the early years and be able to develop your own professional career in the early years sector. You will also look at ways to support others to develop personally and professionally within the early years sector.
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Unit 8 - Support and Lead the Development of Partnerships in Early Years Settings (L/651/1441)
In this unit you will explore the importance of effective partnerships and be able to work with others in the Early Years setting. Including working with parents, carers, families, external agencies and other professionals. You will also know the statutory requirements in relation to partnership working.
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Unit 9 - Support Babies and Young Children Through Periods of Transition and Significant Life Events (R/650/7737)
In this unit you will explore the periods of change, transition, and significant events for babies and young children and be able to support them through this change, transition and significant events. Including working with others.
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Unit 10 - Champion playful pedagogy within the early years setting (M/651/1442)
In this unit you will understand the importance of play for children’s holistic learning and development. You will be able to implement purposeful play and opportunities within the setting. You will be able to lead others in the planning, implementation and evaluation of purposeful play activities.
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Unit 11 - Lead Opportunities for the Holistic Development of Babies and Young Children (R/651/1443)
In this unit you will understand the holistic development in early childhood and be able to lead on the holistic development of babies, and young children in early years. You will also be able to create and work with others to create an environment that promotes speech, language, and communication of babies and young children, and also support children who are not meeting expected patterns of development.
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Unit 12 - Promote Health, Safety, and Security within the Early Years Setting (T/651/1444)
In this unit you will be able to implement legislation and regulatory guidelines in relation to health and safety within the early years. This includes managing risk and hazards within the setting.
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Unit 13 - Promote Innovative Practice in the Development of an Enabling Environment within Early Years Settings (Y/651/1445)
In this unit you will be able to evaluate your own early years environment in relation to current frameworks. You will also be able to work with others to identify and implement positive and innovative change to the early years environment. You will be able to monitor, review and evaluate the impact of innovative practice.
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Unit 14 - Lead Practice in the Storage, Handling and Use of Information in the Early Years Setting (J/650/7742)
In this unit you will understand the legislation and statutory requirements in relation to the storage, handling, and use of information within the early years. You will also be able to promote effective use of information according to legislative and statutory requirements.
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Unit 15 - Lead or Support Mandatory Inspection Processes within the Early Years Sector (A/651/1446)
In this unit you will understand the current inspection requirements early years settings must adhere to. You will also understand the roles and responsibilities of management, staff and others in the inspection process.
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Unit 16 - Promote an Inclusive Environment to Support the Development and Wellbeing of Babies and Children with Additional Needs (D/651/1447)
In this unit you will understand a range of needs that may require additional support. You will be able to work effectively with colleagues to promote an inclusive and diverse environment that meets the needs of a range of additional support requirements for babies and young children.
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Unit 17 - Promote Positive Attachments and Co-Regulation in the Early Years Setting (F/651/1448)
In this unit you will understand the concepts of co-regulation and self-regulation and its importance in early childhood. You will be able to promote an environment that supports co-regulation and self-regulation. You will develop your understanding of attachment theories, processes and practice.
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Unit 18 - Effective assessment for learning and development (H/651/1449)
In this unit you will understand the purpose, process and practice of assessment in the early years environment. You will be able to use assessment to effectively plan for children’s next steps and an individualised journey for each child.
Awarding Body
TQUK is the fastest growing Ofqual regulated awarding organisation in the UK. Operating in over 400 centres worldwide, they provide a wide range of vocational qualifications that conform to a high standard, specialising in the areas of first aid, education and training, health and safety, and health and social care.
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Course Outcome
Successful learners will be awarded a formal certificate of achievement by TQUK. This training course has been designed specifically to meet the needs of learners who prefer to study from home. You can read more about TQUK. You’ll also be able to work as a Senior Practitioner within an Early Years setting or progress onto higher education in a relevant subject area.
After you’ve completed this course, you may choose to work as an Early Years Senior Practitioner within the Early Years Workforce across the private, voluntary and independent sectors or progress to higher education in a relevant subject.
How is this course assessed or examined?
This course is assessed in two ways:
Tutor-marked assignments (TMAs)
Each unit is followed by a tutor-marked assignment (TMA) which will be completed at the end of each module and marked by your tutor.
You will not be required to take an external exam with this course as your portfolio of evidence is internally assessed by us and externally quality assured by the awarding body. The outcomes for each TMA are Achieved or Not Yet Achieved. Your tutor will provide feedback on your work, and should there be any amendments required, they will outline what is needed for you to complete that assignment.
Observation (included)
This course requires one observation. This means that somebody will need to observe you in practice. This practical observation will be carried out by an Oxbridge Assessor. We offer one complimentary observation with this course.
More information about practical observations
Entry requirements
You will need to already hold a Level 3 Early Years Diploma, up-to-date Maths and English Level 2 qualifications, and already be working in an Early Years setting in some form of managerial/leader capacity. You must also be aged 19 years or over.
Progression routes
You can progress within the Early Years workforce into job roles such as:
- Early Years Educator
- Early Years Lead Practitioner
- Childcare Practitioner
- Nursery room leader or supervisor
- Nursery Manager
- Pre-school Practitioner
- Reception Class Teaching Assistant
Other roles and senior roles within the early years, working with babies and children from birth to age 5.
