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Early Learning and Childcare

Early Learning and Childcare is a growing sector!
There will continue to be lots of career opportunities in Early Learning and Childcare.

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There are also great progression routes, you can start as a Support Worker and then progress into an Early Years Practitioner post and then into a Senior Early Years Practitioner role.

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Courses in Early Learning and Childcare

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Foundation Apprenticeship (1 Year): Social Services (Children & Young People) (Level 6)

This Foundation Apprenticeship helps pupils develop an understanding of how children develop and learn, play, and child protection.

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