Qualifications and career progression
The table below outlines some of the accredited training you might consider undertaking as you progress your career.
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Level
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Example Job Roles
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Qualifications
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Level 2 – for front line practitioners
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Nursery Assistant
Pre-school Assistant
Playgroup Assistant
Nanny
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Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (England)
Level 2 Children's Care, Play, Learning and Development (Wales)
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Level 3 – for front line practitioners with experience or working at a supervisory level
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Nursery Supervisor
Nursery Nurse
Pre-School Leader
Deputy Manager
Playgroup Leader
Childminder
Nanny
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Level 3 Early Years Educator (England)
Level 3 Children's Care, Play, Learning and Development (Wales)
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Level 4/5 – For experienced practitioners with responsibility for planning and delivery of services
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Nursery Manager
Nursery Nurse
Area Manager
Nursery Owners
Childminder
Nanny
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Early Years Foundation Degree
Level 4 Preparing for Leadership and Management in Children's Care, Play Learning and Development (Wales)
Level 4 Professional Practice in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development (Wales)
Level 5 Leadership and Management of Children's Care, Play Learning and Development (Wales)
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Level 6 – Graduate / Degree Qualifications – For practitioners in senior positions, lead/professional roles
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Nursery Manager
Nursery Nurse
Area Manager
Nursery Owners
Local Authority Worker
Childminder
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Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Degree
Qualified Teachers Status in Early Years (England)
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If you live in Wales, we recommend you check course relevance for potential roles with the CIW and Social Care Wales before embarking on a level 3 or above course, in particular if you are looking at degree level courses. Further information is available on the Qualification Framework on Social Care Wales' website.