Level 3
Diploma
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)
83 credits 6 Months GBP £1250
Subject pathway
Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualifications
1 Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualifications from Level 3 to Level 3, all online with Education Training.
Level 3
1 qualificationsFrequently asked questions
Which Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualifications does Education Training offer?
Education Training offers 1 Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualifications at Level 3, all delivered online.
Which Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) level should I start at?
Start at the level matching your current qualifications and experience: Level 3 if you are new to teaching or training, Level 4 if you already teach and want assessed practice, Level 5 for the full teaching qualification, Level 6 and 7 for leadership roles.
Are Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) qualifications recognised?
Yes. They are regulated by Ofqual or SQA Accreditation, listed on the public register, and recognised by employers and universities for progression.
How are Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) courses assessed?
By written assignments and, where required, observed practice — marked by our tutors and externally verified by the awarding body; there are no exams.
Can I progress from one Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator) level to the next?
Yes. Completing a level gives you the credits and experience to enrol on the next level in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator), up to Level 3 at Education Training.
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Apply online in five minutes, or ask admissions which level fits your experience.
Last reviewed 24 October 2026Source: awarding-body qualification specifications