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ABOUT US.
More than just qualifications. Come along to one of our highly interactive and engaging training days to get practical ideas to make a genuine difference to practice. Training days are also a great opportunity to share ideas and reflect on your personal impact. Visit the events section of our websites for more information.
Through delivering qualifications, short courses, events and support of the highest quality, we are able to provide the tools and resources required to shine as outstanding Practitioners. Endorsed learning programmes (ELPs). We have partnered with CACHE to offer Endorsed Learning Programmes, these short courses are 6–10 hours long and are completed online within a month. Upon completion you will receive a CACHE certificate. ELPs are great for professional development and cover a range of key topics. These include: • Literacy Support. • Supporting Mathematics. • Supporting English as an Additional Language. • Supporting Special Educational Needs.
INSET. Does your setting need specific training? We offer a range of topics to choose from or bespoke options to suit your requirements. Please give us a call on 0845 603 7782.
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WHERE WE TRAIN.
Currently delivering training in over 20 different countries. We are currently working with Early Years settings, schools, training centres and individuals around the world providing accredited qualifications, INSET, short courses and consultancy on best practice. Our style of delivery focuses on accessible, user-friendly eLearning content enhanced
through exceptional tutor support making us the perfect choice for International settings. Individual International candidates can choose whether they are observed by a visiting assessor from our Colleges in the UK or observed by a mentor, supported by us.
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WHERE WE TRAIN.
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THE THREE COLLEGES.
Our three colleges enable you to choose qualifications led and supported by specialists in your chosen field. Each College has been created to facilitate the highest standards in training and support. When you choose a course with one of our Colleges you know that you’re going to receive the best training and finish your course feeling confident in your job role. High standards in training lead to high standards in Early Years care and education. At the Early Years College we know that the training you receive needs to set you up to bring out the best in the children you work with. Choose the new CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) to ensure you have licence to practice.
Your confidence, ability and knowledge as a teaching assistant has a direct impact on the support you are able to provide in the classroom. Our qualifications ensure you are able to understand what makes your students tick and how you can help them to meet their potential. Choose the Level 3 Diploma for a huge choice of optional units to make you really stand out from the crowd.
As the newest of our Colleges we are currently focusing on super high quality assessor and verifier qualifications to help you lead and support your own candidates effectively. We also provide support for Centres, whether just starting out and needing help with all the basics or an existing centre improving training provision.
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Rachel - EY College Student.
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EARLY YEARS COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 2 Certificate in an Introduction to Early Years Education and Care (QCF) 33
Credits
For those preparing to work in an Early years setting or are new to the role.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You need to have a placement in an Early Years setting to gain experience. We recommend spending 5–7 hours per week in a placement.
This qualification prepares you to work with children between birth and 5 years, with knowledge of children up to 7 years.
COURSE DURATION. Up to one year, flexible study. ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, portfolio of evidence, observation in the workplace, no exams.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£1674 12x £147.84
PLACEMENT. 5–7 hours per week.
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? This qualification is suitable for a range of learners from the age of 16 onwards who have little or no experience in childcare.
THIS QUALIFICATION IS DIVIDED INTO FOUR THEMES:
WHAT NEXT? Upon achievement of this qualification, you can progress onto any of our Level 3 qualifications in Early Years education.
THEME 1: Introducing the role of the early years practitioner. THEME 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice. THEME 3: Play, development and learning for school. THEME 4: Professional development. Note: As these units are at Level 2 they are not directly transferrable onto a Level 3 qualification. There are 14 mandatory units within these themes with a value of 33 credits.
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EARLY YEARS COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (QCF) 61
Credits
For those wanting to be a Lead Practitioner or Early Years Educator in an Early Years Setting.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. Placements are required for achievement of this qualification. You will also need GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above together with this qualification to count in the staff to child ratios at Level 3. This is not a requirement to complete this qualification.
COURSE DURATION. Up to 18 months, flexible study.
PLACEMENT. 0–5 years, 350 hours.
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
This qualification prepares you to
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? This qualification is suitable for a range of learners, either working or wishing to work in early years education and care.
THIS QUALIFICATION IS DIVIDED INTO FOUR THEMES:
WHAT NEXT? Learners can progress to the CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (England) (QCF), or other higher level Early Years qualifications:
THEME 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice.
become an Early Years Educator, enabling you to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5–7 years. Upon achievement of this qualification you will be able to enter the workforce as an Early Years Educator. This qualification provides license to practice as an Early Years Educator.
ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, portfolio of evidence, observation in the workplace, no exams.
• Level 4 Award in Providing Information to Support Decision Making (QCF) • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People Services
£2100 12x £185.50
THEME 1: Health and well-being.
THEME 3: Play, development and learning for school readiness. THEME 4: Professional development.
You will complete 23 mandatory units within the four themes including 486 guided learning hours (GLH) and a minimum of 350 placement hours, divided as follows. AGE
MINIMUM HOURS
0 to 1 year 11 months 2 to 2 years 11 months 3 to 5 years
25 133 192
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EARLY YEARS COLLEGE COURSES.
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CACHE Level 4 Award in Providing Information to Support Decision Making 6
Credits
This qualification is ideal for those new to working as a manager in their setting. A Level 5 version of this qualification is also available for more experienced managers.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should already be working in a managerial or leadership position and already hold a Level 3 qualification and be working at that level or above within your setting.
This professional development qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to obtain, store, analyse and use information in order to make decisions. It also covers giving advice and information to others.
COURSE DURATION. Up to 3 months, flexible study. ASSESSMENT. Assignment based assessments, no exam.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£450 3x £150
PLACEMENT. You should be working as a manager or leader in your setting throughout the duration of this course.
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? Anyone working in a managerial position in a Childcare or Education position. The learning outcomes relate to the obtaining, analysing and using information to support decision making in your setting.
WHAT NEXT? A Level 5 qualification such as the CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health, Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services. A degree or equivalent qualification.
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EARLY YEARS COLLEGE COURSES.
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CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services 90
Credits
For those new to working as a manager in their setting looking to specialise in advanced practice, residential care or management.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should already be working in a managerial or leadership position. You must be at least 19 years of age. You should already hold a Level 3 or 4 qualification and be working at that level or above within your setting.
The Early Years College are offering the three pathways for those working with children. The Residential Services pathways are aimed at learners in similar job roles as those taking the Management pathways but the focus is on management and care in residential settings. The Management pathways are most suitable for Assistant Managers and Deputy Managers who are looking to progress their career. The Advanced Practice pathways are geared towards senior practitioners who would like to develop their career but wish to remain active practitioners within the management framework.
COURSE DURATION. Up to 18 months, flexible study. ASSESSMENT. Assignment based assessments, no exam. PLACEMENT. You should be working as a manager or leader in your setting throughout the duration of this course.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? This qualification is ideal for those looking to further their career in a setting working with children. The learning outcomes relate to the pathway chosen and comprise of a wide range of mandatory and optional units.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£3650 12x £323 18x £223
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHAT NEXT? A degree in a related subject.
“I really didn’t think this time last year that I would be working full time as a qualified Teaching Assistant doing such a varied job” Jane - TA College Student.
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TEACHING ASSISTANT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) 12
Credits
For those requiring the knowledge and understanding to work in a supporting role.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You do not need a placement to complete this qualification.
COURSE DURATION. Six months, flexible study. ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, no exams . PLACEMENT. None required.
This qualification is an introduction to the information and knowledge needed to work in primary, secondary or special schools. It covers the many varied roles that full and part time support staff may fulfill including: administrative roles, site support roles, technical roles and volunteers, as well as those roles that work directly with children and young people in the school environment.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? All those who would like to work in a school support role. It also provides initial training and induction for those new in post.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£374 3x £125 6x £75.42 12x £39.89
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHAT NEXT? The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or a Level 3 qualification.
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TEACHING ASSISTANT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) 30
Credits
For those who are new to the role and who have a placement in a school.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You need to have a placement in a school setting to gain experience. We recommend spending at least ½ a day each week in school, however there is no set requirement for the number of hours you must spend in placement. Your placement could be paid or voluntary.
COURSE DURATION. One year, flexible study.
PLACEMENT. 3-6 hours per week
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
This qualification will enable you to
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? Anyone working in a role supporting learning.
WHAT NEXT? The CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
develop the knowledge and skills needed when supporting teaching and learning in primary, secondary or special schools. It covers a wide range of areas including children and young people’s development, supporting those with disabilities or special educational needs and communication and professional relationships.
ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, portfolio of evidence, observation in the workplace, no exams.
£1443 12x £127.46
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TEACHING ASSISTANT COLLEGE COURSES.
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CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) 12
Credits
For those wanting to complete a qualification but unable to undertake a placement in a school.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You do not need a placement to complete this qualification.
COURSE DURATION. Six months, flexible study. ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, no exams. PLACEMENT. None required.
This qualification will provide an understanding of the knowledge needed when working directly with children or young people in primary, secondary or special schools. They include learning about children and young people’s development, safeguarding their welfare and communication.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? Anyone considering working in a role supporting learning such as a teaching assistant, one-to-one support, learning support assistant or learning mentor.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£374 3x £125 6x £75.42 12x £39.89
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHAT NEXT? The Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support in Teaching and Learning in Schools. Note: To move onto these qualifications you only need to pay the difference in cost plus a £50 administration charge.
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TEACHING ASSISTANT COLLEGE COURSES.
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CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) 32
Credits
For those who are working or volunteering in a school. This qualification covers the mandatory units of the Diploma and is provides you with an accredited Level 3 CACHE qualification.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You need to have a placement in a school setting to gain experience. We recommend spending at least ½ a day each week in school, however there is no set requirement for the number of hours you must spend in placement. Your placement could be paid or voluntary.
COURSE DURATION. One year, flexible study.
This qualification will provide an
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? Anyone working in a role supporting learning such as a teaching assistant, oneto-one support, learning support assistant or learning mentor.
understanding of the knowledge needed when working directly with children or young people in primary, secondary or special schools. It includes learning about children and young people’s development, safeguarding, supporting teaching and learning, behaviour management and assessment for learning.
ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, portfolio of evidence, observation in the workplace, no exams. PLACEMENT. 3-6 hours per week.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£1608 12x £142.04
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
WHAT NEXT? You can complete optional units to gain the Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support in Teaching and Learning in Schools or continue onto a Degree or other higher qualification.
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TEACHING ASSISTANT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools (QCF) 44
Credits
This qualification is the best vocational qualification you can gain as a Teaching Assistant. It is the qualification most frequently requested by schools.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 16 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English. You need to have a placement in a school setting to gain experience. We recommend spending at least 2 days each week in school, however there is no set requirement. Your placement could be paid or voluntary.
COURSE DURATION. Eighteen months, flexible study.
PLACEMENT. 7–10 hours per week.
International postage cost: £75 for delivery of course pack and certificate on completion.
This qualification provides an
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? Anyone working in a role supporting learning such as a teaching assistant, oneto-one support, learning support assistant or learning mentor. This qualification enables you to specialise by selecting from a broad range of optional units.
WHAT NEXT? A Degree in a related subject such as Education Studies, Teacher training or a Foundation Degree in Education.
in-depth understanding of the knowledge and skills required when working directly with children or young people in primary, secondary or special schools. It covers all aspects of supporting teaching and learning with a selection of optional units to enable you to specialise in units such as teaching and learning, special educational needs, bilingual support, pastoral care, the wider curriculum and working as a lead TA.
ASSESSMENT. Ongoing assignments, portfolio of evidence, observation in the workplace, no exams.
£1788 12x £157.95
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF) 15
Credits
This is the qualification needed to be an assessor of candidates completing vocational qualifications. It is made up of 3 units that can be taken individually if preferred to suit individual needs.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 19 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English.
This qualification covers understanding the principles and practices of assessment, assessing occupational competence in the work environment and assessing vocational skills, knowledge and understanding.
COURSE DURATION. Six Months or less. ASSESSMENT. It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. You must also carry out at least two assessments of two candidates’ occupational competence.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? This qualification is intended for those who assess in the work environment and in other training environments such as workshops or classrooms. DO YOU NEED TO BE WORKING TO TAKE THE QUALIFICATION? Yes, you will need to be working as an internal quality assurer as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£864 12x £76.14
WHAT NEXT? Level 4 qualifications for internal quality assurance.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF) 12
Credits
This is the qualification needed to work as an Internal Verifier for qualifications in your centre.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 19 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English.
This qualification covers understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment.
COURSE DURATION. Six Months or less. ASSESSMENT. It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. There must be evidence of you monitoring a minimum of two assessors, each with a minimum of two candidates of their own, through components of a qualification.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? It is intended for those who maintain the quality of assessment from an organisation or assessment centre. DO YOU NEED TO BE WORKING TO TAKE THE QUALIFICATION? Yes, you will need to be working as an internal quality assurer as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£990 12x £87.45
WHAT NEXT? Other Level 4 qualifications for internal quality assurance.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COLLEGE COURSES.
CACHE Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF) 17
Credits
This is the qualification needed to work as a Lead Internal Verifier or Quality Assurance Co-ordinator.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. You should be at least 19 years old with a good standard of written and spoken English.
This qualification covers understanding and internally assuring the quality of assessment, as well as planning, allocating and monitoring work in the learners own area of responsibility.
COURSE DURATION. Six Months or less. ASSESSMENT. It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. There must be evidence of you monitoring a minimum of two assessors, each with a minimum of two candidates of their own, through components of a qualification. You will also be required to show evidence of coordinating quality assurance.
WHO IS IT SUITABLE FOR? It is intended for those who lead a team of internal quality assurance staff. DO YOU NEED TO BE WORKING TO TAKE THE QUALIFICATION? Yes, you will need to be working as an internal quality assurer and be leading a team of quality assurers.
PRICE. One off Payment: Installments:
£1176 12x £103.88
WHAT NEXT? Other Level 4 qualifications for external quality assurance.
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GET IN TOUCH.
To find out more or to discuss your training needs please get in touch.
The Early Years College
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