Level 5 Extended Diploma in Early Childhood Education

AWARDING BODY

The quality and standards of care, development and learning are determined by the quality of training received by early childhood teachers. Teachers with specialised training in child development are able to create a warm and conducive learning environment to develop children’s social and emotional competencies and nurture their love for learning.

Course Details

Course Name

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Awarding Body

This programme is accredited by Ofqual Awarding body (OTHM)

Total Credits

240

Entry Requirements

NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 or equivalent Diploma
Award/ Diploma or at the level of G.C.E.O/L GCE/GCSE or equivalent qualification
Mature students 21+ age and 3 years working experience

Course Equivalences

OTHM qualifications Extended Level 5 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Diplomas (HND) and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme.

Duration

12 months | 18 months | 24 Months

Mode of Learning

In – class learning | Online live-class learning | Hybrid Learning | Distance Learning (fast track)

Assessments

Assignments

Fee

Local Students - Rs. 215,000 (All inclusive) International Students $1100 (All inclusive)

Progression and pathways

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Early Childhood Education, as this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are also eligible to gain direct entry into Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

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Module Contents

Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 credits)
Nurturing Growth and Development in Early Childhood (20 credits)
Fostering Collaborative and Inclusive Relationships in Early Childhood Setting (20 credits)
Learning and Development Through Play (20 credits)
Unlocking Words: Exploring Early Language and Communication (20 credits)
Exploring Early Years Pedagogy and Best Practices (20 credits)
Understanding Child Behaviour: Theoretical Perspectives and Insights (20 credits)
Inclusion and Diversity: Supporting Children with Special Needs and Disabilities in Early Education (20 credits)
Safeguarding; Child Protection and Keeping Children Safe (20 credits)
Emerging Literacies in the Early Years and Digital Resources (20 credits)
Understanding Transitions in Early Childhood (20 credits)
Early Personal, Social and Emotional Development (20 credits)