Early Years Professional Leadership HNC

**About this course**<br/>The Higher National Certificate in Early Years Professional Leadership for England is ideal for those who want to make a positive impact on young children’s lives. This program combines theory with practical experience, preparing students for various roles in early childhood education. With a focus on child development, safeguarding, and professional practice, it provides the skills needed to succeed in educational settings while achieving “full and relevant” status<br/><br/>**Key units**<br/>As part of this course, you will explore the factors that influence childrens personalities and behaviour, gaining a deeper understanding of their developmental progress during the early years. You will also examine the opportunities essential for helping children reach their full potential.<br/><br/>This program provides an opportunity to engage with a wide range of topics and theoretical perspectives related to young children, including safeguarding, well-being, and effective learning and development. You will study the critical role of play in holistic child development while also addressing challenges such as child protection, disabilities, and specific needs.<br/><br/>You will gain foundational knowledge on supporting children’s well-being, learning, and development through key topics such as play and its link to learning, safeguarding and child protection, child development, and essential health, safety, and care routines.<br/><br/>Throughout the course, you will also have the chance to visit professional early childhood practitioners, gaining valuable real-world experience that deepens your understanding of key concepts.<br/><br/>This course covers eight key units that develop your expertise in early years education:<br/>- Personal and Professional Development through Reflective Practice – Build self-awareness and enhance leadership skills<br/><br/><br/>- Protecting Children in Early Education and Care Environments – Gain essential safeguarding knowledge<br/><br/><br/>- Play and Learning in Early Childhood – Understand the impact of play on child development<br/><br/><br/>- Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Infants, Toddlers & Young Children) – Explore strategies for fostering growth and learning<br/><br/><br/>- Promoting Healthy Living – Learn about health, nutrition, and well-being for young children<br/><br/><br/>- Preparing for a Research Project – Develop essential research skills for the education sector<br/><br/><br/>- Promoting Inclusive Early Education and Care Environments – Ensure all children have access to quality education and care<br/><br/><br/>**Entry requirements**<br/>48 UCAS points or those who have studied previous Level 3 programmes. For adults 19 plus we accept applications from mature learners who are looking to return to education or up-skill within the sector with no previous formal qualifications. <br/><br/>English and Maths at grade 4 or above is desirable, but not essential. If desired, you can study English and Maths alongside your main programme.<br/><br/>**Assessment**<br/>- Course work<br/><br/><br/>- Presentations<br/><br/><br/>- Discussions<br/><br/><br/>- Essays<br/><br/><br/>**Where does this lead?**<br/>Students can progress on to our HND Early Years Professional Leadership<br/><br/>**Future opportunities**<br/>Upon completion, you can progress to roles such as:<br/>- Early Years Leader/Manager<br/><br/><br/>- Childcare Practitioner<br/><br/><br/>- SEN Coordinator<br/><br/><br/>- Family Support Worker<br/><br/><br/>**Tell me more**<br/>- Flexible Study Options<br/><br/><br/>- One face-to-face session per week<br/><br/><br/>- Two online sessions per week<br/><br/><br/>- Dedicated tutorial support<br/><br/><br/>**Additional costs**<br/>Fees may be applicable for occasional trips and visits, which are not compulsory.