BTEC Level 3 Diploma for the Children and
Young People's Workforce

WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?
This is an exciting new qualification that offers transferable skills across the children and young people’s workforce sector. The qualification is recognised by employers as providing skills, knowledge and understanding and by Universities as providing valuable and often entry requirement practical experiences. This qualification can be taken over 1 year full time or 2 years combined with other AS/A2 subjects.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?
You will study a variety of core units including communication, health and safety, promoting development that will provide skills, knowledge and development across a wide range of sectors. On completion of the core units you will then select a pathway relevant to your chosen career which could be childcare, social or learning development and support services. You will then complete specialist units in your chosen area.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Assessments will be varied and include written assignments, discussions and presentations to show knowledge and understanding. You will also be assessed on your practical skills whilst on placement. This will usually be in the format of a planned and organised observation which will be supported by a witness statement.

WHAT SKILLS AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED?
For the 1 year course you will need at least 3 GCSEs at grade C or above and a CRB certificate. You will also need to have the desire to work with children and young people in a variety of settings, with a view to supporting and developing them in order for them to achieve their full potential.

For the 2 year course you will need at least 5 GCSEs at grade C or above and a CRB certificate. You will be planning a future career in an Early Years, Education, Health or Social Care sector that requires you to gain a University degree.

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
This qualification can lead to careers such as a; Careers Adviser, Children’s Centre Worker, Connexions Personal Adviser, Education Welfare Officer, Foster Carer, Healthcare Assistant, Learning Mentor, Nursery Nurse, Nursery School Teacher, Registered Childminder, Registered Nanny, Residential Childcare Worker, Youth and Community Worker and Care Worker.

PRIESTLEY EXTRA
You will have the opportunity to take part in enrichment activities including; Sign Language, First Aid and Crafts and also in wider College enrichment activities. Diploma students are invited to take part in international foreign work and study experiences. Day visits, conferences and guest speakers will enhance your learning within the College.