Early Years Trainer Course

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About this qualification

This programme gives early years practitioners the teaching skills to train and mentor others. It is built around the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, applied to early years practice.

You will cover session planning, inclusive teaching approaches, managing a group and assessing learning, and deliver a short observed microteach.

Please note: this course is not eligible for government student finance (Student Loans Company funding).

At a glance

Qualification type: Programme
Minimum age: 19 years
Assessment method: Portfolio of evidence
Typical completion: 8 to 12 weeks

What’s included

Guided workbook covering session planning and delivery
A dedicated tutor until you pass
Microteach planning templates and observation feedback
Resources for assessing learning in your sessions
Certificate of completion

Entry requirements

You should be working in, or have recent experience of, the relevant sector.
You need a good standard of written English.
There is no formal qualification requirement to start.

About this programme

This is a non-regulated training programme, not an Ofqual-regulated qualification. It is built around the principles of the corresponding regulated award; if you need the regulated qualification itself, choose that course from the relevant category.

Why choose Britannia Qualify

Nationally recognised
Awarded by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual — recognised by employers across education and training.
Expert tutor support
A dedicated tutor gives written feedback on every submission and stays with you until you pass.
Study at your own pace
Fully online, no fixed timetable — built around work and other commitments.
Transparent pricing
One fee covering registration, materials, assessment and certification. Pay in full or over six interest-free months.

Frequently asked questions

No. It is designed for practitioners moving into a training or mentoring role.

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Lisa T.2 Sept 2026 · Verified purchase
4.0
Did it around nursery hours. Straightforward and the tutor answered questions the same day.
Michelle A.29 Aug 2026 · Verified purchase
5.0
Clear, practical and all early years focused. I felt ready to deliver by the end.
Karen D.22 Aug 2026 · Verified purchase
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The session-planning tasks used early years examples throughout, so it mapped straight onto my staff inductions.