Education and Early Years V Level

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The Level 3 V Level in Education and Early Years is a vocational course designed for students who are interested in working with children and young people and developing a career in education, early years or related professions.

Throughout the course, students will develop an understanding of how children and young people grow, learn and develop, while exploring the important role that education and early years professionals play in supporting their learning, development, wellbeing and individual needs.

As this course is brand new for 2027, the exact unit structure is yet to be confirmed however these are the projected units that look likely to be studied on this qualification -

• Planning, learning and teaching
• Communication with families and professionals
• Inclusion and SEND
• Health and safety and safeguarding
• Assessment, feedback and supporting progress
• Child and human development
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The qualification will be assessed via exam and coursework over the 2 years.

Course Expectations: Students who are passionate about working with children, enjoy supporting others and want to understand how children learn and develop will find this course particularly valuable.

This qualification is ideal for students who enjoy the study of early years, education and are looking to find a career in an education setting.

Combination of internal coursework and external examinations.

This qualification is designed to provide a strong foundation for students who wish to progress into further education, higher-level study, apprenticeships or employment within education, early years and related sectors.

Possible university courses:

• BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS – leading towards becoming a primary school teacher.
• BA (Hons) Early Childhood / Early Years – focusing on children's development, learning and education.
• BA (Hons) Education Studies – exploring education, learning, policy and practice.
• BA (Hons) Childhood Studies – covering children's development, wellbeing, learning and family contexts.
• BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) – focusing on supporting learners with additional needs.
• BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care – preparing students for careers supporting young children and families.

Possible careers:

• Early Years Practitioner
• Primary education
• Secondary education
• Teaching assistant
• Nursery worker
• Learning mentor
• Family parent support roles