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Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities
During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of education and childcare occupations.
Patience and passion are two key qualities we look for when selecting students for our childcare course, is that you?
Example: Nursery nurses and assistants
Across the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 42% over the period to 2027, adding 72,748 jobs. In the same period, 73% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 125,640 job openings.
Nursery nurses and assistants care for children from birth up to seven years of age in day or residential nurseries, children’s homes, maternity units and similar establishments.
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Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.
You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.
Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.
Please see our Group entry requirements
Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway
We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.
At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:
> Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
> NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
> NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour That Challenges
> NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health
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Folkestone, Kent
CT20 2TZ
Telephone:
01303 858216
Email:
folkestone@eastkent.ac.uk