Early Years, Care and Education

 

Level 2

CACHE Level 2 qualifications provide a stepping stone to Level 3 qualifications. They show that you have a good knowledge and understanding and the ability to perform various well-defined tasks with some direction and guidance.

The knowledge and skills that you learn are applicable to the following jobs, where you will be working under supervision:

  • Parent/Toddler Group Assistant
  • Homestart Worker
  • Nursery Assistant
  • Pre-school Assistant
  • Crèche Assistant
  • Toy Library Worker
  • Playgroup Assistant
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Mother's help
  • Baby Sitter/Au Pair

CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Child Care and Education (CCE-L2)
CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCCLD-L2)
CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Pre-School Practice (CPP-L2)
CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Care and Education – (Welsh Medium) (W-CEYCE-L2)
CACHE NVQ Level 2 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (NVQCCLD-L2)

Level 3

CACHE Level 3 qualifications are designed to provide the knowledge and understanding for candidates who wish to work in a supervisory position. They must have the ability to complete tasks and address fairly complex problems. This is an appropriate level for people who want to go to university, work independently, or supervise and train others (in some areas).

The qualifications can be used in a variety of environments including daycare and classroom settings. They are suitable for workers who will be working unsupervised in the following job roles:

  • Nursery Officer in Charge
  • Pre-school Leader
  • Crèche Leader
  • Childminder
  • Senior Playworker/Co-ordinator
  • Special Educational Needs Supporter
  • Toy Library Leader
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Nanny

CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Early Years Foundation Stage Practice (CEYFSP-L3) 
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Child Care and Education (DCE-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCCLD-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Home-based Childcare (DHC-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Pre-school Practice (DPP-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Award in Early Years and Child Care for Playworkers (AEYCCP-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playgroup Practice in Wales (DPPW-L3)
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Care and Education (Welsh Medium) (W-DEYCE-L3)
CACHE NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (NVQCCLD-L3)

Level 4

The CACHE Level 4 qualification reflects the ability to identify and use relevant understanding methods and skills in complex and non-routine situations. It also develops understanding of different perspectives or approaches within an area of study or work.

This level is for people working in technical, professional, management or developmental roles. The qualifications are equivalent to Certificates of Higher Education.

Level 4 is suitable for the reflective practitioner and management roles in education or childcare settings.

CACHE NVQ Level 4 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (NVQCCLD-L4)