City & Guilds has developed a Level 5 childcare qualification in response to considerable demand from employers for a better progression from Level 3.
The new Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years), open for registration on 1 April. is aimed at senior practitioners and deputy managers working in early years settings.
The average learner will normally be expected to take up to 18 months to complete the qualification.
It is based on an existing qualification in Wales and Northern Ireland, launched in 2011. However, up until now there has not been an equivalent specialist Level 5 qualification for childcare in England.
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here
