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Early Years
Early Learning and Childcare (Level 5)
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SCQF Level
Level 5
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Attendance/Duration
Full-Time, August to June
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Start Date
Aug 2025
Overview
Are you interested in learning the skills to provide high quality care and education for children? This Level 5 course is designed to support your next steps towards a career in Early Years.
You will have the opportunity to develop your own confidence and skills whilst learning about the Early Learning and Childcare Sector. With your new skills you could one day be the difference in a child’s life.
Entry Requirements
For entry to this course, you will need:
- A real interest in children's learning and development
- 5 National 4's including English, or
- A relevant course at SCQF level 4
- An interview with us
Course Content
This course includes both hands-on practical experiences and essential theory.
Here’s just some of what you will learn:
- Teamwork and working with others
- Developing your own confidence and skills through project-based learning
- Types of Play including STEM
- Learning the theory behind why play is so important to young children’s learning
Careers and Further Study
- Level 6 Childhood Practice
- Apply for a Modern Apprenticeship in Childhood Practice
- The Level 6 PDA Educational Support Assistant course
Skills
- Meta Skills: you will develop an understanding of the meta skills required for life and work.
- Transferrable Skills: you will develop your communication skills.
- Technical Skills: you will develop your report writing skills and digital skills
Places available
Campus
Kilmarnock
Start Date
Aug 2025
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Campus
Kilwinning
Start Date
Aug 2025
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Campus
Ayr
Start Date
Aug 2025