
EARLY YEARS TRAINING PROGRAMMES (ACCREDITED)
Our accredited training programmes support development for from Level 2 through to Level 4.
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We provide our training to private candidates only. We do not draw down any kind of government funding. Our training serves, therefore, are designed for those who are unable to access government funding, such as those who already hold degrees, or those who are ineligible to access public funding.
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Our programmes are more flexible than government funded programmes and they can be fast-tracked for earlier completion.
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English, mathematics and ICT remain the full responsibility of learners.

Level 2
Early Years Practitioner
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EYP
Level 2 EYP
Duration
6 - 9 months
Cost
£1995
Delivery
Tutored sessions, assessor visits, written evidence and discussions
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Upon successful completion of this qualification learners can enter the workforce as a qualified Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or continue to study for a Level 3 Diploma holding Early Years Educator status.
Level 3
Early Years Educator
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EYE
Level 3 EYE
Duration
15 - 18 months
Cost
£2495
Delivery
Tutored sessions, assessor visits, written evidence, longitudinal study and discussions
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The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) prepares learners to
become Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with and care for children from birth to 5 years
and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.
Upon achievement of this qualification it is intended that learners will be able to enter the workforce as
Early Years Educators.
Level 4
Early Years Advanced
Practitioner
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EYAP
Level 4 EYAP
Duration
6 - 9 months
Cost
£1199
Delivery
Self-guided learning with support materials, study support, written evidence, research project
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The NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner aims to provide professional development opportunities for practitioners working in the early years workforce at Level 3. This qualification will embrace the wealth of experience of the Level 3 early years workforce, and challenge learners in both their daily practice and theoretical understanding. Upon achievement of the qualification, learners will be equipped as an advanced practitioner. The advanced practitioner will use crucial leadership skills to mentor others across all roles and responsibilities in the early years workforce.