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Early Childhood Education and Care (Yr 2 of 3) Level 5 Higher National Certificate / Diploma

Pearson BTEC
Early Years

Course Overview

This is a continuation of Year 1 and study modules at Level 4 and 5
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    34 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strabane
    Strand Road

Important Message

Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Yr 2 of 3) Ref D101
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 18/09/2025
    (Thu: 2:00PM- 9:30PM /)
    Fees:
    Full ÂŁ500.00
    Concession ÂŁ200.00
    Examination ÂŁ26.00
  • Course: Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Certificate / Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Yr 2 of 3) Ref S010
    Campus: Strabane
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 16/09/2025
    (Tue:2:00PM-9:30PM /)
    Fees:
    Full ÂŁ500.00
    Concession ÂŁ200.00
    Examination ÂŁ26.00

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Strabane Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Completion of Year 1 of 3.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Access NI Check

Additional Information

This course is offered on a Part-time twilight basis to facilitate those who are in employment. Students interested in careers in Early Years, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology and Paediatrics amongst others. Applicants are expected to complete 525 hours of professional work placement during year 1 and 2 of the course in a range of early years settings. Work placement must cover the following age groups: 0 - 1 year 11 months; 2- 4 years 11 months; 5- 7 years 11 months Attendance at an information session is essential. Enrolment is subject to checks, including a satisfactory Access NI check.

Enquiry

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    I've won 11 awards at independent film festivals, including Best Director and Best Short Film. The support I received at NWRC gave me the confidence to pursue my passion.
    Ryan O'Connor (Media)
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    My course allowed me to work on real-life projects. My favourite was the redesign of the Strand Road campus estate, as part of the Project Based Learning Awards. My group’s work was selected as one of the winning projects!
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