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East Surrey College offers Full-time courses as well as Apprenticeships and University Level qualifications in the Childcare sector. Students benefit from modern and spacious facilities, combining their education with rewarding work experience. 

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Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma (NCFE CACHE) (Full Time)

This course introduces you to caring for children and young people. Learn how children develop physically and emotionally, as well as how they learn to interact with people. Understand how to work with children aged 0-5 years of age and prepare for employment.

CODE LOCATION START DATE DURATION
F12CCA East Surrey College 02 September 2024 (Mon) 34 Weeks

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma (NCFE CACHE) (Full Time)

This course introduces you to caring for children and young people. Learn how children develop physically and emotionally, as well as how they learn to interact with people. Understand how to work with children aged 0-5 years of age and prepare for employment.

CODE LOCATION START DATE DURATION
F12CCA East Surrey College 02 September 2025 (Tue) 34 Weeks

Education & Childcare T Level (Full Time)

The core element of a T Level in Education and Childcare will boost your knowledge in a range of topics such as child development, safeguarding and special educational needs; as well as your understanding of the role of families and support agencies. You'll also dive into the specifics of social interaction, behaviour, and how language is acquired, as well as build your skills in becoming a reflective practitioner. You'll then choose a specialism designed to support your interests, so you can get deeper into your chosen subject and build up the skills you need for your future job.

CODE LOCATION START DATE DURATION
T10006 East Surrey College 02 September 2024 (Mon) 68 Weeks

Education & Childcare T Level (Full Time)

The core element of a T Level in Education and Childcare will boost your knowledge in a range of topics such as child development, safeguarding and special educational needs; as well as your understanding of the role of families and support agencies. You'll also dive into the specifics of social interaction, behaviour, and how language is acquired, as well as build your skills in becoming a reflective practitioner. You'll then choose a specialism designed to support your interests, so you can get deeper into your chosen subject and build up the skills you need for your future job.

CODE LOCATION START DATE DURATION
T10006 East Surrey College 02 September 2025 (Tue) 68 Weeks

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship (Apprenticeship)

Details to follow. Please note you must be employed before applying for an apprenticeship.

CODE W126B

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship (Apprenticeship)

Details to follow. Please note you must be employed before applying for an apprenticeship.

CODE W135C

Early Years Foundation Degree (FdA) (HE Full Time)

You will develop an understanding of the theory relating to child development and reflective practice, as well as exploring topics such as Children?s Rights, Health and Wellbeing, Special Educational Needs, Safeguarding and Understanding Behaviour. This Foundation Degree is seen as an efficient and effective route for practitioners who wish to progress to the Early Years teacher status or Qualified Teacher Status, subject to additional requirements.

CODE LOCATION START DATE TIME DURATION FEE
BHB0000025 East Surrey College 23 September 2024 (Mon) 2 Years £6,535

Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years Educator) Level 3 Diploma (CACHE NCFE) (Part Time)

This course is funded by SFL (T&Cs apply). This qualification will strengthen your existing knowledge of working with children in an Early Years setting and develop your skills for working with children aged 5 to 7 years. You will become a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator on completion of this part-time course. This course is available for those aged 19+ to study their first work-focused qualification at Level 3. This course is funded by SFL (T&Cs apply). This qualification will strengthen your existing knowledge of working with children in an Early Years setting and develop your skills for working with children aged 5 to 7 years. You will become a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator on completion of this part-time course. This course is available for those aged 19+ to study their first work-focused qualification at Level 3.

CODE LOCATION START DATE TIME DURATION FEE
BHB0000083 East Surrey College 05 October 2025 (Sun) 09:00 - 12:00 54 Weeks £2,882
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