Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare

The rationale of the Diploma is to provide recognition for those who wish to develop their own abilities in the post 16 education and training sector including further education colleges, adult and community education providers, offender education, work-based learning providers, third/voluntary sectors and independent training organisations.

• This qualification is designed for learners who are employed in an early year setting who wish to upskill into an Advanced Practitioner role. Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 18 or above to undertake this qualification.
• Learners must already hold a full Level 3 early years/childcare qualification.

The Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare is a Level 4 qualification. A minimum of 40 credits is required to achieve the Diploma and a minimum of 30 hours of teaching practice.

• Child development and enabling children to learn
• Physical activity and nutrition co-ordination (PANCo) in early years
• Supporting children with additional needs
• Partnership working in early years settings
• Implementing and evaluating change through a research project
• Legal requirements in childcare
• Assessing and planning for children’s changing developmental needs
• Caring for babies
• Caring for children through play out of school

At Zone School London, we are sincerely committed to providing the best available learning facility to the students for them to learn and succeed in their academic journey. As an online vocational training provider specialized in providing top- up courses from level 2 to 8, we are acquainted with the challenges that are going to hinder the path of online/ distance learners. We provide the learners with the best, the most apt and diverse range of study resources. These resources are designed to enhance the learning experience as well as to facilitate assignments and thereby ensure the availability of the necessary resources and materials to succeed in their course area

There are several online resources for students to learn and acquire knowledge from and these include E-learning platforms, course materials, video lectures, online databases, tutors, live support and other digital resources.

In additional our qualified professors will provide online classes for each module and learners have the opportunity to ask their doubts and queries anytime through our discussion forums to the tutors.

An intermediate-level course that focuses on child development, safeguarding, and the provision of high-quality early learning experiences.

• Early Years Practitioner: Work in nurseries or early learning centers.
• Childcare Supervisor: Lead and manage early years settings.
• Family Support Worker: Provide guidance and support to children and families.

Learners completing the Level 4 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare can progress to:

• a  Level 5 qualification;
• Level 5 Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare;
• into employment in an associated profession.