PEARSON BTEC LEVEL 5 HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE
Course Details
Awarding Body
Pearson BTEC
Duration
Weekends 24 Months
Entry Requirements
• Two passes for G.C.E. Advanced Level examination and Credit (C) pass for English at G.C.E. Ordinary Level examinationOR
• Credit (C) pass for English at G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination with a recognized Diploma qualification
OR
• Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Foundation Diploma
BTEC HND Subject Outline
Semester 1
1. Personal and Professional Development through Reflective Practice
2. Protecting Children in Early Education and Care Environments
3. Play and Learning in Early Childhood
4. Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Infants and Toddlers)
1. Personal and Professional Development through Reflective Practice
2. Protecting Children in Early Education and Care Environments
3. Play and Learning in Early Childhood
4. Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Infants and Toddlers)
Semester 2
5. Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Young Children)
6. Promoting Healthy Living
7. Preparing for Research
8. Promoting Inclusive Early Education and Care Environments
5. Supporting and Promoting Children’s Development (Young Children)
6. Promoting Healthy Living
7. Preparing for Research
8. Promoting Inclusive Early Education and Care Environments
Semester 3
9. Investigating Childhood: Action Research for Early Childhood Practitioners
10. Improving Quality in Early Education and Care Environments
11. Child-centred Practice with Children, Families and Communities
9. Investigating Childhood: Action Research for Early Childhood Practitioners
10. Improving Quality in Early Education and Care Environments
11. Child-centred Practice with Children, Families and Communities
Semester 4
12. Managing Children’s Early Education and Care Environments
13. Innovative Approaches to Children’s Play and Learning in Practice
14. Working in Partnership across Health, Education and Social Care Services
12. Managing Children’s Early Education and Care Environments
13. Innovative Approaches to Children’s Play and Learning in Practice
14. Working in Partnership across Health, Education and Social Care Services
Program Objectives
The Higher National Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is a two-year program aimed at developing skilled professionals with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in Early Childhood Education (ECE). It emphasizes a child-centered approach, covering pedagogical theories, curriculum design, behavior management, and educational psychology. The program includes practical teaching experiences and focuses on inclusive education, technology integration, and family engagement. Graduates are prepared to create optimal learning environments, promote holistic child development, and contribute significantly to the field of ECE.Progression Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the HND in Early Childhood Education and Care program can pursue specialized career paths or progress to degree-level studies.Academic Progression
Direct Entry: Eligible for entry into the 3rd year of a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program or BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care program.Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue roles such as:
• Childcare Center Director
• Preschool Teacher
• Child Development Specialist
• Educational Consultant
• Parent Educator
• Preschool Teacher
• Child Development Specialist
• Educational Consultant
• Parent Educator
• Special Education Teacher (Early Childhood)
• Educational Program Coordinator
• Family Support Worker
• Educational Researcher in Early Childhood
• Early Childhood Lecturer
• Educational Program Coordinator
• Family Support Worker
• Educational Researcher in Early Childhood
• Early Childhood Lecturer
Recognition
• Recognized by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (OFQUAL) in England.
• Recognized by many worldwide universities listed in the BTEC Pearson website.
• Recognized by many worldwide universities listed in the BTEC Pearson website.
