Proposed Government changes to childcare qualifications spark concern about 'de-professionalisation' of the workforce'

Katy Morton
Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Early years organisations, experts and consultants are worried that Government proposals on changes to early years qualifications, outlined in a consultation launched today, could lower standards and ultimately, the quality of care.

The sector is concerned about proposed changes early years qualifications such as the move to make only managers hold a maths qualification, PHOTO: Adobe Stock
The sector is concerned about proposed changes early years qualifications such as the move to make only managers hold a maths qualification, PHOTO: Adobe Stock

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