Why choose TCC?
Your career deserves a solid foundation built on more than just theory. At The Childcare Company, we’re practitioners at heart. With almost two decades of experience in providing early years apprenticeships and diplomas, we help you take your first steps into childcare or enhance your existing career as an industry professional. We are here to support you every step of the way as your training partner in early years childcare and education.
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At The Childcare Company, our early years apprenticeships and diplomas are designed to help you take your career further, with our skill builders ensuring you are equipped with the skills and knowledge to work with children and their families.
Getting the right training in early years education can help you make a life-changing impact in the lives of children from birth to five years old. No matter your level of experience, our courses range from level 2 to level 5 qualifications, meaning we have an early years apprenticeship or diploma which can help you take your first steps into your childcare career or guide you towards the next step as you progress as an early years professional.
At The Childcare Company, our early years apprenticeships and diplomas cover everything from how to support child development, assess and analyse complex situations, promote equality, diversity and inclusion and build important and long-lasting relationships with children, young people and their families. Alongside this, you will develop yourself both personally and professionally, preparing you to excel as an early years specialist. Some courses include a Paediatric First Aid Qualification and optional certificates, such as the Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
If you are just leaving school and are looking to embark on a lifelong career in early years education, or if you have some experience in the industry but are ready to take the next step, our early years apprenticeships and diplomas can help you take the leap. Delivered through a combination of face-to-face and online training, these early years courses are designed with you and your development in mind. Our training provision also includes Skill Builders, which include everything from English and Maths to health and safety awareness, first aid training and safeguarding practices.
Early years training FAQs
An early years course teaches the knowledge and practical skills needed to support children from birth to age five. You will learn about child development, safeguarding, play-based learning, and communication. These courses combine theory with hands-on experience, helping learners build confidence while giving employers assurance that staff are well-prepared to nurture and educate young children effectively.
An early years course is a great way to start or progress a career working with children. It helps learners gain recognised qualifications and real-world experience, while employers benefit from skilled, knowledgeable staff. Whether you are passionate about supporting development or looking to upskill your team, an early years course builds confidence, competence, and career opportunities in a rewarding sector.
- Level 2 qualification is equivalent to GCSEs
- Level 3 to A-levels
- Level 4 to a higher national certificate (HNC)
- Level 5 to a foundation degree
- Level 6 to a bachelor’s degree.
Each level supports progression, helping learners advance their knowledge and responsibilities, while employers can align roles with the appropriate qualification level.
Costs can vary depending on the course and provider, but many early years apprenticeships are fully funded through government schemes, making them a cost-effective option for both learners and employers. Diplomas may have fees, though funding or payment plans are often available. Employers may also be eligible for funding support, reducing overall training costs.
Completing a qualification can open doors to roles such as nursery practitioner, teaching assistant, room leader, or early years educator. With further experience or study, progression to management roles, specialist support positions, or even teaching is possible. For employers, it means developing a skilled workforce ready to grow within the organisation.