NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce
Ready to take the lead? This diploma trains you to become a fully qualified Early Years Educator — equipped to work with children from birth to 5, with added insight into ages 5–7.
As childcare qualification requirements continue to evolve, this is the one that matters most: the CACHE Early Years Educator diploma is widely regarded as the gold standard in the sector, backed by CACHE’s reputation as the leading name in childcare qualifications.
The course is built around four core themes
Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
Play, development and learning for school readiness
Professional development
How It Works
10 mandatory units, with two tutor-led online classes a month held on Saturdays.
The programme is expected to take one year.
Along the way, you’ll complete 300 mandatory hours working with children aged 0–5, plus regular assessor observations.
You’ll be guided by a team of experienced professionals.
How you are assessed
Portfolio evidence
Direct observation of your practice in the workplace
Child observations across different age ranges and areas of development
An in-depth study of one child in an early years setting
Finish the course and you’ll walk away with
- An internationally recognised Level 3 CACHE qualification, approved by KHDA
- The credentials to work as a lead teacher in a nursery or kindergarten with children from birth to age 5
- Valuable knowledge of child development in the 5–7 age range
Who Can Apply
- Age 18+
- Be ready to complete an Early Years placement (2 month internship) to gain the required experience
- Currently working or volunteering with children aged 0–5
- Have an email address and access to a laptop with internet
Application