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Early Years – Level 1 Diploma

Level 1 Diploma

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Availability & Details

Early Years - Level 1 Diploma SFY-EAYE1D/C01

Venue
South Downs Campus

Type of study
Vocational

Dates
Academic Year 2026-27 (1 year)

Examination board
NCFE

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Overview

This inspirational introductory programme is for anyone interested in launching a successful career in the early years sector. You will gain insight into working with children, the physical and emotional care needs of children, healthy eating and keeping children safe.

Four GCSEs grade 2 and above including either Mathematics or English. As you will be working with children, you will need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

On this course you will study: Physical and emotional care needs of children  Physical activities Healthy eating Keeping children safe The course programme also looks to support and enhance employability skills. You will also have the opportunity to undertake work experience in early years settings.

The course includes a mixture of written and practical work including group discussion, individual and group research and tutorials.

Academic work is assessed through an ongoing assignment-based format that includes group discussions, individual and group research, group activities and tutorials.


"I am delighted with my results and am really looking forward to studying Law at Oxford University. I really enjoyed my time at HSDC Alton and I really appreciate all the help and support from my fantastic teachers, without whom I wouldn't have got my place at Oxford."

Catherine Goldie, HSDC Alton A Level Student

The tutors were really supportive and it was all thanks to them that I have achieved what I have. I’ve also made loads of great friends and really enjoyed my time at the college.

Lizaveta Sinkerich, A Level student

“HSDC provided me with the opportunity for autonomous study and the choice of subjects that I wanted to study, which helped me develop relevant knowledge as well as relevant skills for the workplace.”

Lucas Ratcliffe, A Level and CTEC student