Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare

Qualification Overview

The purpose of the Diploma is to provide recognition for those who wish to develop their abilities in teaching and assessing learners competently within a regulated environment. It is envisaged that all Qualifi centres will support learners in furthering their knowledge of assessment, enabling them to produce consistent, standardised assessment reports and deliver appropriate feedback to learners.

This qualification will enable learners to become independent, self-directed individuals equipped with the tools and motivation to continue learning, developing, and reflecting on their practice throughout their careers.

Learners who successfully complete this qualification will adopt an analytical and practical approach to all aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing inclusive teaching and learning. Throughout this process, candidates will integrate theories and principles in early learning and childcare, demonstrating them effectively in their practice.

Units

Mandatory

Management of children’s care
Children’s well-being and resilience
Positive behaviour in early years
Child development and communication skills in early years

Optional

Managing children’s holistic development in early years
Developing children’s literacy skills
Developing children’s mathematical skills
Safeguarding in early years
Health and safety in early years
Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) in early years

Learning Outcomes

Theories, principles, and models in early learning and childcare, such as those relating to learning, communication, assessment, curriculum development, and evaluation, and how to apply them to one’s own practice.
Teaching, learning, and assessment techniques in early learning and childcare, such as roles, responsibilities, and relationships; using initial and diagnostic assessment to agree individual learning goals with learners; planning and delivering inclusive teaching; creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive teaching and learning environment; and assessing learning.
An understanding of professionalism and the influence of professional values in early learning and childcare; the policy context of early learning and childcare; the impact of accountability to stakeholders and external bodies on early learning and childcare; the organisational context of early learning and childcare; and how to contribute to the quality improvement and quality assurance arrangements of an organisation.

Entry Requirements

The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be assessed on an individual basis.
This qualification is designed for learners aged 19 and above. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 4 Certificate in Education and Teaching. Centres are responsible for ensuring that this qualification is appropriate for the age and ability of learners. Applicants need to demonstrate the potential to study at minimum academic Level 5 – the same level of study as the second year of a degree course. There is also requirement for a minimum of 100 hours of teaching practice which must include working with groups and different practice requirements for each unit in this qualification

Specifications

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Qualification title:	Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare
Qualification type:	Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education)
Level:	5
Accreditation status:	Accredited
Credit Equivalency:	120
Qualification number (RQF):	610/0226/4
Progression routes:	A Qualifi Level 6 qualification or directly into employment in an associated profession.
Availability:	UK and international

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