Education and Childcare T Level

The T Level in Education and Childcare gives you the experience, knowledge and skills needed to enter a wide range of careers working with children and young people.

Course content

Designed by industry leaders, the T Level combines hands-on learning, academic study and a 45-day work experience placement with a local employer.

In Year One you will study core units covering a range of topics such as:

Understanding the education and childcare sector from ages 0 to 19
How to support children and young people’s education
Child development
Special educational needs and disability
Working with parents, carers, families, agencies, and support services

In Year Two, you will study an occupational specialism: Early Years Education and Childcare. During this year, you will further develop your knowledge whilst developing the skills needed complete your specialist project

Your Future

Once you have successfully completed your T Level, there will be a range of progression opportunities available to you. These include, entering skilled employment, starting a higher-level apprenticeship, and going to university.

After studying this T Level, you could progress into a career as a: