Funding
Cambridgeshire Early Childhood Qualifications Centre (CECQC) is able to draw down funding for CECQC qualifications. Funding depends on each application and previous learning records. Our current funding provider is Cambridgeshire Skills.
We have two different pathways:
Pathway One - Starting out entry requirements
This funding is for people seeking to explore or start out in early childhood careers. By completing our entry-level course learners will be equipped to make informed choices and can enrol for Level 1 and then Level 2.
| Attend Exploring Early Childhood Careers. |
| Enrol and complete CACHE/NCFE Level 1 Introduction to Early Childhood Careers. |
| Enrol and complete CACHE/NCFE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner. |
Pathway Two - The workforce entry requirements
This funding is for people already working in early childhood and wishing to gain a recognised qualification. Practitioners can also do Level 1 Introduction to Early Childhood Careers to brush up on their study skills and prepare themselves for Level 2.
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| People new to working in the setting including Childminding Assistants enrol for Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner to gain underpinning knowledge and skills within the workplace. No entry-level requirements. |
| The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce is for experienced practitioners who have achieved Level 2 and GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or higher, or Functional Skills Level 2. |
