Eden Training

CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner (QCF) 

This is a new qualification, released in 2019, the aim of this course is to support leadership and management skills in early years and the knowledge and skills relating to the early years practice.

The Early Years Senior Practitioner should be a positive role model for the team. Through clear leadership and effective management, they will support and promote best practice.

Who is this course suitable for?

You need to be over 19 years of age to do this qualification and already hold a level 3 Early Years qualification. You will need to be working in the role of Room Leader, Deputy or Manager in an appropriate setting, or have the opportunity to carry out responsibilities associated with these roles.

The course is made up of 18 mandatory units and usually takes between 15-18 months to complete.

Funding Options

Advanced Learner Loan Funding

Those aged 19 and over may to able to access the Advanced Learner Loan. This is a government funded learner loan which can be used for a level 3, 4  or 5 qualification.  It doesn’t take into account your household income, and it doesn’t affect your credit rating.  It covers the cost of the course and you wouldn’t need to start paying it back until you earn £25,000.  If you don’t earn that amount then you don’t pay anything and after 30 years the balance is wiped clean.For more information on this funding, please click here.

Private Funding

To fund the course privately, please get in touch for more information.  Monthly instalments can be discussed.For more information on the course content, please click here.

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