CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner

**We are no longer running the Cache Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner. Please view our available early years programmes at www.bestpracticenet.co.uk/early-years

 

Who is this for?

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 18 or over who are currently employed as a level 3 Early Years Practitioner.

It is ideal for learners who are looking to develop leadership and specialist skills for use in their current role, or in preparation to take on a leadership role or specialist role such as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator or Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator.

How to apply

Please complete the online registration form in the right-hand bar to apply for a place.

You will be asked to provide the following completed form as part of your registration:

It will save time if you have this before you begin the application process.

What are the benefits?

  • Develop and use leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection skills in your place of work
  • Fully online so you don’t have to take time out of work to gain the Level 4 qualification
  • Prepares you for study at a higher level, for example, a Foundation Degree in Early Years

How is it delivered?

This work-based course is delivered online via our virtual learning environment and is supported by high-quality resources and expert tutoring. The content covers the age range from 0-5 years and you will complete 5 mandatory units to achieve the qualification:

  • Enabling children to learn
  • Promoting health and well-being through physical activity and nutrition co-ordination (PANCo) in the early years
  • Working with others to support children with additional needs, including Special Educational Needs and Disability
  • Working with families and other professionals in early years settings
  • Implementing change in an early years setting incorporating a small scale research project

How is it assessed?

The qualification is assessed through a work-based portfolio of evidence arranged to reflect the application of theoretical knowledge in practice with clear expectations of engagement with statutory frameworks.

There are no setting-based observations or assessments.

What does it cost?

The qualification costs £675 +VAT.

We have a payment plan available - please get in touch to discuss.