Early years qualifications list

The early years qualifications list (EYQL) shows all the qualifications that are approved by the Department for Education (DfE) as full and relevant for working as a qualified member of staff in an early years setting in England.

When checking if a qualification is on the EYQL, you must:

use the date the qualification was started; if you are looking for a qualification to study, you should select the filter for ‘On or after September 2024’
check that all the qualification details match the qualification you are checking
make sure that any additional requirements are met

If you cannot find the qualification on the list, or if any of the qualification details do not match, you should use the Check an early years qualification digital service to confirm if a completed qualification is approved as full and relevant. The service will give you an immediate result and advice on what to do next.

If you are looking for a qualification to study, DfE has advice on how to find an approved early years course.

Download the early years qualifications list

This list may be updated as qualifications are added or information changes. Make sure you are using the latest version when searching for a qualification.

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BIIAB Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: BIIAB
Qualification number: 603 / 5227 / 9
Additional requirements: None

BTEC First Diploma in Childrens Care Learning and Development

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC First Diploma in Early Years

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Practitioner)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 0509 / 5
Additional requirements: None

Certificate for the Children and Young People's Workforce

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate In Child Care and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Playgroup Practice

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Playwork

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in PreSchool Practice CPP

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Sessional Creche Work

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (England)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: 603 / 4935 / 9
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Child Care and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Playwork

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Playwork Mandatory Units

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Certificate in Montessori Pedagogy

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Centre International
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Highfield Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners (England) (RQF)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2023
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Highfield Qualifications
Qualification number: 610 / 3357 / 1
Additional requirements: None

Intermediate Certificate Playwork

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Level 2 Children and Young People's Workforce (CYPW) Intermediate Apprenticeship Framework (early years pathway)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: August 2025
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: From 1 September 2019 the level 2 CYPW Intermediate Apprenticeship Framework (early years pathway) included the new DfE approved EYP qualifications listed on the EYQL. The Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (EYP) Apprenticeship replaced this qualification from August 2025 for new students. DfE announced they would stop funding for apprenticeship framework completion and certification on Monday 31 March 2025.

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: iCan Qualifications (iCQ)
Qualification number: 603 / 5193 / 7
Additional requirements: None

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Innovate Awarding
Qualification number: 603 / 4814 / 8
Additional requirements: None

Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NQual Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 2573 / 2
Additional requirements: None

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (EYP) Apprenticeship

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This apprenticeship does not contain a mandatory qualification. Instead, completion of the Apprenticeship itself counts as holding an approved early years qualification. Holders can work within the level 2 staff:child ratios in an early years setting.

Level 2 qualifications

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2019
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must be:
started between 1 September 2014 and 31 August 2019
related to early years (0 to 5 years)
appropriate to early years practice
regulated by Ofqual and included on Ofqual's list of regulated qualifications (opens in new tab)

Montessori Early Years Classroom Assistants Certificate

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Partnership
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603 / 3723 / 0
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the level 2 ratios.

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner (Diploma) (610/4588/3)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4588 / 3
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner (Diploma) (610/4587/1)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4587 / 1
Additional requirements: None

NVQ for Teaching Assistants

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Early Years Care and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Playwork

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 4999 / 2
Additional requirements: None

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry for Early Years Practitioners (Diploma)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 4251 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification was first taught in September 2025 and replaced the BTEC Level 2 Technical in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Practitioner), qualification number 603/0509/5. This qualification is a competence-based qualification, which has been developed to meet the EYP criteria and the Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.

Preliminary Diploma in Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Skillsfirst Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: December 2024
Awarding organisation: Skillsfirst
Qualification number: 603 / 5179 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

SVQ for Teaching Assistants

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included assessed practice in the early years foundation stage in the maintained sector.

SVQ in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Childrens Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Early Years Care and Education

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Playwork

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included assessed practice in the early years foundation stage in the maintained sector.

TQUK Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: September 2019
To when: -
Awarding organisation: TQUK
Qualification number: 603 / 5096 / 9
Additional requirements: None

VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

Qualification level: 2
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 2
From when: January 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: VTCT Skills
Qualification number: 603 / 5179 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

Advanced Certificate in Playgroup Practice

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

APEL Work with Children Early Years and Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: BIIAB
Qualification number: 601 / 7786 / X
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title

Bournemouth Montessori Centre Certificate Course

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Bournemouth Montessori Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC Diploma in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC in Caring Practice

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Certificate in Caring Services Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Certificate in Childrens Care Learning and Development

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Certificate in Early Years

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Caring Services Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Childhood Studies Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Childrens Care Learning and Development

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Early Years

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC National Diploma in Science Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate for Teaching Assistants

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification holder must also have achieved the Level 3 Certificate in Early Years Foundation Stage Practice.

Certificate in Caring for Children 0-7 years

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Childminding Practice

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Montessori Education for Qualified Nursery Nurses

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Kent and Sussex Montessori Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Also applies to Scottish Nursery Nurse Examination Board Certificate (SNNEB)

Certificate in Play skills

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Support Work in Schools

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification holder must also have achieved the Level 3 Certificate in Early Years Foundation Stage Practice.

Certificate in Work with Children

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Work with Children

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Work with Children Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate of Higher Education in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

CFI Level 3 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Holistic Baby & Child Care

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 610 / 4277 / 8
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby & Child Care (Early Years Educator).

CFI Level 3 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Montessori

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 610 / 4278 / X
Additional requirements: None

City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) (540)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: 601 / 3117 / 2
Additional requirements: None

City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) (1080)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: 601 / 7440 / 7
Additional requirements: None

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma For the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: 601 / 3118 / 4
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Learning and Childcare)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Also applies if the qualification was taken in Wales or Northern Ireland.

Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (QCF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Skillsfirst
Qualification number: 601 / 6793 / 2
Additional requirements: None

Diploma for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce (Early Years Educator) (QCF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Skillsfirst
Qualification number: 601 / 4059 / 8
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Child Care and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Homebased Childcare

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Montessori Teaching

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Portobello Institute
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Nursery Nursing

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Nursery Nursing (NNEB)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Nursery Nursing integrated scheme

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Nursery Nursing Modular scheme

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Nursery Nursing Pilot Scheme

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NNEB National Nursery Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Playgroup Practice DPP

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Pre School Learning Alliance PSLA PLA
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Playwork (NVQ)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in PreSchool Practice DPP

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in PreSchool Practice DPP

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Pre School Learning Alliance PSLA PLA
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Support Work in Schools

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma of Higher Education in Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Canterbury Christchurch University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Years Educator (EYE) Level 3 Apprenticeship

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: April 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This is version 1.3 of this apprenticeship. This apprenticeship does not contain a mandatory qualification. Instead, completion of the Apprenticeship itself counts as holding an approved early years qualification. Holders can work within the level 2 staff:child ratios in an early years setting.

Experienced Playleader Certificate

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Pre School Learning Alliance PSLA PLA
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FAQ Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Childcare (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: FutureQuals
Qualification number: 601 / 3816 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Focus Awards Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Focus Awards Limited
Qualification number: 601 / 8715 / 3
Additional requirements: None

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Status (HLTA)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Training and Development Agency / The Teaching Agency
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed practice in an early years setting.
Notes: Considered full and relevant where the qualification holder has a certificate awarded by either the Training and Development Agency or the Teaching Agency.

Higher National Certificate in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Highfield Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educators (England) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Highfield Qualifications
Qualification number: 610 / 4238 / 9
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes qualification Highfield Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educators (England) (RQF), qualification number 610/3697/3.

Highfield Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educators (England) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: January 2024
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Highfield Qualifications
Qualification number: 610 / 3697 / 3
Additional requirements: None

HNC Child Care and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Scottish Qualifications Authority
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

IAO Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Innovate Awarding
Qualification number: 610 / 4337 / 0
Additional requirements: None

IAO Level 3 Diploma In Early Learning and Childcare (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Innovate Awarding
Qualification number: 601 / 3890 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title. Qualification certificate may state Lifetime Awarding.

ICQ Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: iCan Qualifications (iCQ)
Qualification number: 603 / 5943 / 2
Additional requirements: None

ICQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: iCan Qualifications (iCQ)
Qualification number: 601 / 7898 / X
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 603 / 7739 / 2
Additional requirements: None

Level 3 qualification in Children's Care, Learning and Development (Wales and Northern Ireland)

Qualification level

Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in

From when

September 2014

To when

August 2024

Awarding organisation

Various awarding organisations

Qualification number

Additional requirements

To be included in the level 3 staff:child ratios, the qualification holder must have achieved the following units:

R/504/2191: Support children’s language, literacy and communication
L/504/2190: Support children’s mathematical development
A/601/0121: Work with babies and young children to promote their development and learning
M/502/3812: Engage with parents in their children’s early learning

If the qualification holder has not achieved the above units, they can only work within the level 2 staff:child ratios.

LRN Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: April 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Learning Resource Network
Qualification number: 610 / 5390 / 9
Additional requirements: None

Montessori Diploma

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Montessori Diploma

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Surrey College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

National Diploma in Specialist Support in Teaching and Learning

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NCFE Advanced Certificate in Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 2629 / 2
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the ratios.
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4164 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/2629/2.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2025
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 4000 / 8
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the ratios.
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 2147 / 6
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the ratios.
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Montessori Pedagogy from Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4159 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes qualification NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/4573/0.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 5636 / 3
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 4573 / 0
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: October 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 6133 / 5
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This is an alternative replacement qualification for the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/4000/8 and the NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/8437/1, which were withdrawn on 31 August 2025.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (Diploma)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 3984 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/2629/2.

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator) (Diploma)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 3983 / 4
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes qualification NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/4573/0.

NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 8437 / 1
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows: NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the ratios.
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE.

NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 8438 / 3
Additional requirements: Where the qualification certificate shows: NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care (Knowledge only pathway), the qualification holder cannot count in the ratios.
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE.

NCFE Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 5436 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NQual Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: May 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NQual Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 5611 / X
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Caring for Children and Young People

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Early Years Care and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ for Teaching Assistants

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Open Awards Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Open Awards
Qualification number: 610 / 4351 / 5
Additional requirements: None

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 2525 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: November 2018
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 2527 / 5
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2016
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 7571 / 0
Additional requirements: Qualification name must include Early Years Educator.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 7572 / 2
Additional requirements: Qualification name must include Early Years Educator.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry for Early Years Educator (Diploma)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 3956 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This is a new qualification developed under the Level 3 reforms criteria. This qualification is fully mapped to the Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard V1.3 for new starts from 1 April 2024.

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 2963 / 3
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Progression Award in Early Years Care and Education mandatory units

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Scottish Nursery Nurse Examination Board Certificate

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Scottish Nursery Nurse Examination Board (SNNEB)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Scottish Vocational Qualification 3: Children's Care, Learning and Development (Scotland)

Qualification level

Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in

From when

September 2014

To when

August 2024

Awarding organisation

Various awarding organisations

Qualification number

Additional requirements

In order to be included in the Level 3 staff:child ratios, the qualification holder must have achieved the following units:

DA09 04 (CCLD 345): Support literacy development
DA0A 04 (CCLD 346): Help pupils to develop their numeracy skills
DT1N 04 (CCLD 325): Support children and young people during transitions in their lives
DT1G 04 (CCLD 321): Support children with additional support needs and their families
DR8M 04 (CCLD 309): Plan and implement curriculum frameworks for early education

If the qualification holder has not achieved the above units, they can only work within the Level 2 staff:child ratios.

Skillfirst Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: December 2024
Awarding organisation: Skillsfirst
Qualification number: 601 / 8151 / 5
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title. The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

SVQ Early Years Care and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ for Teaching Assistants

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Childcare and Education

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Childrens Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Playwork

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

T Level Technical Qualification in Education and Childcare (Specialism - Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2020
To when: January 2023
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603 / 5829 / 4
Additional requirements: The qualification must have been assessed within the early years foundation stage in an early years setting in England.
Notes: The name of this qualification changed in February 2023. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

T Level Technical Qualification in Education and Early Years (Early Years Educator Occupational Specialism)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 5748 / 4
Additional requirements: The course must been assessed within the early years foundation stage in an early years setting in England.
Notes: After September 2026 only this version of the T Level will be in delivery.

T Level Technical Qualification in Education and Early Years (Specialism - Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: February 2023
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603 / 5829 / 4
Additional requirements: The qualification must have been assessed within the early years foundation stage in an early years setting in England.
Notes: The name of this qualification changed in February 2023. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

T Level Technical Qualification in Education and Early Years (Specialism - Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: October 2025
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603 / 5829 / 4
Additional requirements: The course must have been assessed within the early years foundation stage in an early years setting in England.
Notes: The inclusion of the new Early Years Educator criteria (from September 2024) is an amendment to practical competencies of assessment in the occupational specialism of the T level, with no impact to the content of the qualification. The last cohort started on this course in September 2025. From September 2026 all new learners should be on the new version of the T level: T Level Technical Qualification in Education and Early Years (Early Years Educator Occupational Specialism) - 610/5748/4

TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Care and Education (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Training Qualifications UK
Qualification number: 601 / 3598 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the TQUK EYE Level 3 qualification 601/7670/2. The TQUK EYE Level 3 qualification (601/7670/2) will continue to run for the academic year September 2024-25, but from September 2025, new learners should have started on the TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Care and Education qualification (610/3598/1) if they wish to be counted in the Level 3 staff:child ratios.

TQUK Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2025
Awarding organisation: Training Qualifications UK
Qualification number: 601 / 7670 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

VTCT (Skillsfirst) Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: November 2024
To when: December 2024
Awarding organisation: VTCT
Qualification number: 610 / 4887 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

VTCT Skills Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years Educator) (RQF)

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: January 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: VTCT Skills
Qualification number: 601 / 8151 / 5
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title. The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

VTCT Skills Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 3
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: January 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: VTCT Skills
Qualification number: 610 / 4887 / 2
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The name of this qualification and awarding organisation changed in January 2025. Qualifications achieved under either name are full and relevant provided that the start date for the qualification aligns with the date of the name change.

AMI 3-6 Diploma in Montessori Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Association Montessori International
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Baby and Toddler Montessori Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Kent and Sussex Montessori Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Early Years Practice

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Open University OU
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate in Managing Quality Standards in Childrens Services

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) in Montessori Early Childhood Practice

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: London Metropolitan University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Certificate of Higher Education in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

CFI Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Montessori

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 610 / 4274 / 2
Additional requirements: None

CFI Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Steiner Waldorf

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 610 / 4276 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the qualification Crossfields Institute Level 4 Diploma in Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Studies (Early Years Educator).

Child Care and Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Scottish Qualifications Authority
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Early Childhood Education Steiner Waldorf

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London and Emerson College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Montessori Method of Education with Teaching Practice

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Modern Montessori International Ltd
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Steiner Waldorf Early Years Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Theory and Practice of the Montessori Method of Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: St Nicholas Montessori Training Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma in Theory and Practice of the Montessori Method of Education 2.5 - 6 year olds

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Centre International
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Diploma of Higher Education Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Metropolitan University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Childhood 256 years Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Childhood Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Childhood Studies Steiner

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Childhood Training Course Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Teacher Training Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

HE Certificate in Steiner Waldorf Early Years Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Plymouth
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Higher National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3899 / 4
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification is the mandatory level 4 component of these level 5 qualifications: Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Education), Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Leadership and Management), and Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Social and Community Care Practice)

Higher National Certificate in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Higher National Certificate in Early Years Professional Leadership for England

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 2675 / X
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification is the mandatory level 4 component of this level 5 qualification: Higher National Diploma in Early Years Professional Leadership for England. Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC.

Higher Professional Diploma in Early Years Mandatory Units

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy Early Childhood Course

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy Infant and Toddler Course

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy Nursery Foundation Course for Post Graduates and NNEBDNN qualified

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Early Childhood PrePrimary Teaching Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Montessori
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Infant Toddler Teaching Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Montessori
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Montessori Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Nursery Foundation Teaching Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

International Nursery Foundation Teaching Diploma for Postgraduate

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Montessori
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Level 4 Diploma in Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Studies (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 603 / 7741 / 0 /
Additional requirements: None

Montessori Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Bournemouth Montessori Examination Board
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Montessori Diploma in Early Years Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Montessori Partnership
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Montessori Early Childhood Teaching Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Kent and Sussex Montessori Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma in Early Years Montessori Pedagogy from Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4160 / 9
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification supersedes qualification NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy - Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator), qualification number 601/4481/6, which was withdrawn upon the launch of the new updated version.

NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 4481 / 6
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

NCFE CACHE Level 4 Diploma Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Studies (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 601 / 5130 / 4
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may previously state CACHE. Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Nursery Foundation Teaching Diploma

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: London Montessori
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Children's Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Early Years, Care and Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

NVQ Playwork

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Oxford Montessori Teacher Training Course

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Oxford Montessori Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3899 / 4
Additional requirements: None

Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Advanced Practice in Early Years Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 8222 / 2
Additional requirements: None

Postgraduate Certificate in Montessori Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Kent and Sussex Montessori Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ Children's Care, Learning and Development

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ Early Years, Care and Education

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

SVQ Playwork

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Theory and Practice of the Montessori Method of education for children 2.5-5 years

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: St Nicholas Montessori Training Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Theory and Practice of the Montessori method of education for children birth to 7 years

Qualification level: 4
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: St Nicholas Montessori Training Centre
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

A Higher National Diploma in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

BTEC Advanced Practice in Work with Children and Families

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC Higher National Diploma in Advanced Practice in Work with Children and Families Mandatory units

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Edexcel (now Pearson Education Ltd)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3900 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: All the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care pathways meet the Early Years Educator criteria.

CertHE in Combined Studies and Education Studies

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Worcester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

City & Guilds Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children's & Young People's Workforce - Early Years (Management)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
Qualification number: 600 / 8166 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Qualification certificate may also show (QCF) or (VRQ) in the title.

Diploma of Higher Education in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Diploma Stage of the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Graduate Practitioner Status

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Hull
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The BA Early Childhood Studies programme has two final exit awards: one with Graduate Practitioner Status (GPS) and one without. Graduate Practitioner Status is a nationally recognised professional status which is further recognised and represented within the QAA benchmark standards for Early Childhood Studies degrees (2022); however, the programme would like to ensure that students who may leave at level 5 (diploma stage) are assured that the programme of study is assessed and approved as full and relevant.

Early Childhood Studies Steiner

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Years Lead Practitioner (EYLP) Apprenticeship

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: August 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This Apprenticeship does not contain a mandatory qualification. Instead, completion of the Apprenticeship itself will enable practitioners to be counted as holding an approved early years qualification and to work within the Level 3 staff:child ratios in an early years setting.

Early Years Lead Practitioner (Level 5)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This is an apprenticeship. It enables the holder to count towards the level 3 staff:child ratios. This qualification was replaced by the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner (EYLP) Apprenticeship from August 2025 for new students.

Early Years Sure Start Sector Endorsed Foundation Degree

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University College Northampton
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FD Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2022
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: The Open University (University Centre Peterborough)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Children and Young People (Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Newcastle College Group (NCG)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FDA Children's Health Play and Wellbeing (Early Years Educator Status)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Suffolk
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of East Anglia/ City College Norwich
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Years (0-8 years) (Professional Practice)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Worcester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification name must include Professional Practice.
Notes: There are two pathways within the degree, the FdA Early Years (0-8 years) and FdA Early Years (0-8 years) (Professional Practice). The FdA Early Years (0-8yrs) (Professional Practice) pathway meets the requirements for Early Years Educator (EYE). Depending on the pathway selected, students will either complete modules FDEY1004 or FDEY1005 (for Professional Practice) at Level 4 and either module FDEY2004 or FDEY2005 (for Professional Practice) at Level 5. Students wanting to gain the Early Years Educator (EYE) requirements will complete and need to pass modules FDEY 1005 and FDEY 2005. This qualification will supersede the Foundation Degree in Early Years (0-8 years), awarded by University of Worcester.

FdA Early Years (0-8yrs) (Professional Practice)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Worcester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Years and Education

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Anglia Ruskin University (University Centre Peterborough)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Years Practice

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Plymouth
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Delivered by PETROC College.

FdA Early Years Professional

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2021
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Worcester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Years Studies (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Bedfordshire
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

FdA Early Years Studies (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Bedfordshire
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the predecessor version FdA Early Years Studies (with Early Years Educator), which was withdrawn on 31 August 2024. This new version launched on 1 September 2024.

FdA in Early Years Practice

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: September 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Plymouth / Truro and Penwith College
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: 'FdA' stands for 'Foundation Degree' in Early Years Practice

FdEd in Professional Practice in Early Years 0-8 (with EYE)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2022
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Hull
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree (Arts) FdA Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of East Anglia
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree (Level 5) in Early Years Leadership

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Leeds Trinity University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree Arts Children and Young People - Pathway Early Years with Practitioner Status

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Derby
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree Children and Young People - Pathway Early Years with Practitioner Status

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Derby
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification holder must have completed the mandatory level 4 stage.
Notes: The Foundation Degree is modular in design and comprises of two Stages (Level 4 and Level 5). In order to complete the Level 5 and be included within the Level 3 staff:child ratios upon completion, a learner must have completed the mandatory Level 4 Stage.

Foundation Degree Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2026
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Teesside University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Greenwich
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Arts in Children's Care Learning and Development

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University Campus Suffolk
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Children, Families and Community Health

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: De Montfort University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Early Childhood and Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2019
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Hertfordshire (Pen Green)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Early Childhood and Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Hertfordshire
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: From Sept 2024 this qualification replaced the (2019) Foundation Degree in Early Childhood and Education (Integrated Working with Families and Children).

Foundation Degree in Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Newman University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2020
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Kingston University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification holder must have already held Early Years Educator (EYE) status before starting the course.

Foundation Degree in Early Years

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Kingston University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the predecessor version Foundation Degree in Early Years, which was withdrawn on 31 August 2024. This new version launched on 1 September 2024.

Foundation Degree in Early Years (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2021
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Kingston University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification name must include Early Years Educator.
Notes: This qualification is for those who did not hold Early Years Educator (EYE) status before starting the course.

Foundation Degree in Early Years (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Kingston University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the predecessor version Foundation Degree in Early Years, which was withdrawn on 31 August 2024. This new version launched on 1 September 2024.

Foundation Degree in Early Years Educator

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: WCG (Warwickshire College Group)
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Early Years or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Early Years Pedagogy 0-8 Full & Relevant Pathway

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NESCOT
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Education in Professional Practice in Childhood Studies (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Hull
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The programme was amended to ensure that the variant B pathway meets the revised Early Years Educator standards which were in place from September 2024, by mapping the programme to the Early Years Educator standards. This will supersede the previous version of the qualification.

Foundation Degree in Education: Early Years (with Early Years Educator)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Birmingham Newman University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The programme is a revalidation of an already existing Early Years Foundation Degree that has been running at Birmingham Newman University since 2016 which currently carries full and relevant status.

Foundation Degree in Montessori Early Childhood Practice

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: London Metropolitan University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree in Supporting Learning

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed practice in the early years foundation stage in the maintained sector.

Foundation Degree in Working with Children

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Southampton
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree Science in Health and Social Care Early Years Care

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Greenwich
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Foundation Degree Supporting Children's Development and Learning

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Reading
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3900 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification comprises the HNC Early Childhood Education and Care, and additional level 5 units to create the HND Early Childhood Education and Care. Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC.

Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Education)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3900 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification comprises the HNC Early Childhood Education and Care, and additional level 5 units to create the HND Early Childhood Education and Care (Education). Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC.

Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Leadership and Management)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3900 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification comprises the HNC Early Childhood Education and Care, and additional level 5 units to create the HND Early Childhood Education and Care (Leadership and Management). Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC.

Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Social and Community Care Practice)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 603 / 3900 / 7
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification comprises the HNC Early Childhood Education and Care, and additional level 5 units to create the HND Early Childhood Education and Care (Social and Community Care Practice). Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC.

Higher National Diploma in Early Years Professional Leadership for England

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2025
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 610 / 2676 / 1
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification comprises the HNC Early Years Professional Leadership for England, and additional level 5 units to create the HND Early Years Professional Leadership for England. Learners cannot complete the HND without completing the HNC. The Higher National Diploma was approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) in January 2024 as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) meeting the occupational level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner occupational standard.

Learning and Development from Early Years to Adolescence (0-19) FdA

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: University of Worcester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Level 5 Diploma in Playwork NVQ

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: CACHE Council for Awards in Care Health and Education
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Level 5 Diploma in Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Studies - Leadership and Management

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Crossfields Institute
Qualification number: 603 / 7796 / 3
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603 / 3907 / X
Additional requirements: None

NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 610 / 4163 / 4
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification replaced the previous version NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner, qualification number 603/3907/X, which was withdrawn on 31 August 2024. This new version launched on 1 September 2024.

Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Advanced Practice in Early Years Education

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
Qualification number: 601 / 8811 / X
Additional requirements: None

Sector endorsed Foundation Degrees in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: The University can confirm that the Foundation Degree was sector endorsed. This applies to Foundation Degrees started prior to Sept 2014.

TQUK Level 5 Diploma for Senior Early Years Practitioners (RQF)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Training Qualifications UK
Qualification number: 610 / 4121 / X
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This is an existing qualification with Early Years Educator status. Improvements have been made to the qualification which required a new qualification number and some new unit codes. This new qualification superseded the existing qualification (610/2932/4), which will be phased out.

TQUK Level 5 Diploma for Senior Practitioners in an Early Years Setting (RQF)

Qualification level: 5
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2023
To when: August 2024
Awarding organisation: TQUK
Qualification number: 610 / 2932 / 4
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of East Anglia
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2022
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Hertfordshire
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The course must be fully consistent with the QAA subject benchmark statement for Early Childhood Studies. The course must have included an element of assessed practice in an early years setting.

BA (Hons) Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2021
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Greenwich
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Early Years (Top up)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2021
To when: -
Awarding organisation: University of Greenwich
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Education and Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2021
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Sheffield Hallam University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Joint Honours in Education: Early Years and Special and Inclusive Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Joint Honours in Education: Early Years, Business and Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Joint Honours in Education: Early Years, Psychology and Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA (Hons) Joint Honours in Education: Education Studies and Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Nottingham Trent University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Education Studies and Early Childhood Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Anglia Ruskin University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Hons in Childhood Youth Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Open University OU
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Hons in Performing Arts Community Education and Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Oxford Brookes University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Hons in Work Based Learning Studies Preschool Age Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Middlesex University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Hons Primary Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Manchester Metropolitan University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA in Education and Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Glyndwr University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA in Education Studies Early Years Educator Specialised Award

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Bath Spa University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BA Studies in Education

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of the West of England
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

BSc in Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Degrees and honours degrees at Level 6

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The course must be fully consistent with the QAA subject benchmark statement for Early Childhood Studies. The course must have included an element of assessed practice in an early years setting.

Degrees at level 6

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Early Childhood

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of the West of England
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Years Professional Status (EYPS)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Can count in the EYFS staff:child ratios at levels 3 and 6 when they have been awarded the status.

Early Years Professional Status (EYPS)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Can count in the EYFS staff:child ratios at levels 3 and 6 when they have been awarded the status.

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Honours degree in education studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Joint degrees at level 6

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The mandatory core content must have included a focus on early years, childcare and playwork. The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Performing Arts Community Education and Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Oxford Brookes University
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Post Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care mandatory units

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Hull
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Post Graduate Certificate in Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: All Higher Education Institutes
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Post graduate certificates and diplomas at level 6 in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Post Graduate Diploma in Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: All Higher Education Institutes
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Professional Graduate Certificate in Early Years

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Winchester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Professional Graduate Certificate in Early Years Practice

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Winchester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) before 1 September 2014

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None
Notes: Can count in the EYFS staff:child ratios at levels 3 and 6 when they have been awarded the status.

TQUK Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Applied Innovative Practice in Early Childhood Pedagogy and Care (RQF)

Qualification level: 6
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: September 2024
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Training Qualifications UK
Qualification number: 610 / 3586 / 5
Additional requirements: None
Notes: This qualification is at Level 6 but is not a degree. It has been assessed as fully meeting the Level 3 Early Years Educator (EYE) criteria and enables qualification holders to be included in the Level 3 staff:child ratios.

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Higher National Certificate (HNC) Early Education and Childcare

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Scottish Qualifications Authority
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must be Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) level 7.

Postgraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Studies

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Huddersfield
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Postgraduate Certificate Play and Playwork

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: University of Gloucester
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: None

Postgraduate certificates and diplomas at level 7 in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 3
From when: -
To when: August 2014
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: -
Additional requirements: The qualification must have included an element of assessed performance in an early years setting.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualification level: 7
Staff:child ratio the qualification holder can count in: 6
From when: September 2014
To when: -
Awarding organisation: Various awarding organisations
Qualification number: Not required
Additional requirements: None

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BIIAB Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

BTEC First Diploma in Childrens Care Learning and Development

BTEC First Diploma in Early Years

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Children's Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Practitioner)

Certificate for the Children and Young People's Workforce

Certificate In Child Care and Education

Certificate in Playgroup Practice

Certificate in Playwork

Certificate in PreSchool Practice CPP

Certificate in Sessional Creche Work

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (England)

Diploma in Child Care and Education

Diploma in Playwork

Diploma in Playwork Mandatory Units

Foundation Certificate in Montessori Pedagogy

Highfield Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners (England) (RQF)

Intermediate Certificate Playwork

Level 2 Children and Young People's Workforce (CYPW) Intermediate Apprenticeship Framework (early years pathway)

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner (EYP) Apprenticeship

Level 2 qualifications

Montessori Early Years Classroom Assistants Certificate

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner (Diploma) (610/4588/3)

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner (Diploma) (610/4587/1)

NVQ for Teaching Assistants

NVQ in Childcare and Education

NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

NVQ in Early Years Care and Education

NVQ in Playwork

NVQ Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry for Early Years Practitioners (Diploma)

Preliminary Diploma in Nursery Nursing

Skillsfirst Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

SVQ for Teaching Assistants

SVQ in Childcare and Education

SVQ in Childrens Care, Learning and Development

SVQ in Early Years Care and Education

SVQ in Playwork

SVQ Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

TQUK Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

VTCT Skills Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (RQF)

Advanced Certificate in Playgroup Practice

APEL Work with Children Early Years and Playwork

BIIAB Level 3 Diploma in Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator)

Bournemouth Montessori Centre Certificate Course

BTEC Diploma in Childcare and Education

BTEC in Caring Practice

BTEC National Certificate in Caring Services Nursery Nursing

BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies Nursery Nursing

BTEC National Certificate in Childrens Care Learning and Development

BTEC National Certificate in Early Years

BTEC National Diploma in Caring Services Nursery Nursing

BTEC National Diploma in Childcare and Education

BTEC National Diploma in Childhood Studies Nursery Nursing

BTEC National Diploma in Childrens Care Learning and Development

BTEC National Diploma in Early Years

BTEC National Diploma in Science Nursery Nursing

Certificate for Teaching Assistants

Certificate in Caring for Children 0-7 years

Certificate in Childminding Practice

Certificate in Montessori Education for Qualified Nursery Nurses

Certificate in Nursery Nursing

Certificate in Play skills

Certificate in Playwork

Certificate in Support Work in Schools

Certificate in Work with Children

Certificate in Work with Children

Certificate in Work with Children Playwork

Certificate of Higher Education in Early Years or Early Years Practice or Early Childhood Studies or Childcare or Playwork

CFI Level 3 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Holistic Baby & Child Care