Free Department for Education funded training for Early Years practitioners
If you received a letter from Emma, this invitation is for you and your team.
You may have noticed the certificate in your pack. Think of it as a preview of what could come next.
Complete the Early Years SENCO Level 3 programme and you will earn a real qualification while building your SEND knowledge, growing your confidence and strengthening support for children across your setting. Already completed SEND training? The programme can also help you refresh your knowledge and stay up to date with current research and practice.
Applications for the November intake close on Sunday, October 25.
Funding💰
Fully funded by the DfE
Qualification📝
NCFE Level 3 Qualification for SENCOs in Early Years settings
Who it is for👥
Early Years professionals
Digital badge for setting🎖️
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Digital badge for learner🎖️
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Physical certificate for setting
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Why is it worthwhile for my setting?
Develop SEND expertise within your existing team and strengthen how your setting identifies needs, supports children and works with families.
What support will my team receive?
Best Practice Network provides specialist tutor support throughout the programme. The programme is fully funded by the Department for Education.
Will the programme affect my team's daily working schedule?
No. The Early Years SENCO Level 3 programme is designed to fit alongside your team's existing responsibilities and day-to-day practice. Our delivery team understands the demands of working in an early years setting and structures the programme to be manageable and flexible.
What should I do next?
If you already have team members in mind, they can start an application today. If you would like to understand the programme in more detail first, you can explore the full programme page or speak to our Early Years team.
Ready to strengthen SEND expertise in your setting?
Learn more about the programme Book a call with our Early Years team


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