Progression
Working in Schools L1.Early Years Assistant – supporting children’s learning through play in nurseries or pre-schoolsPre-school Assistant – supporting early education in community or school-based settings Playgroup Assistant – helping run sessions that support children’s development through playChildcare Support Worker – assisting with supervision, activities, and basic care in early years environmentsEntry Requirements
L1 ESOL
*Fees
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Available At
Start Date
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Academic Yr
26/27
Name
Award in an Introduction to Early Year's Settings
Available At
Worsley College
Start Date
28/09/2026
Fee
Free *
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
* Subject to Eligibility
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