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Level 3
QN: 603/7739/2
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Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CFI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 270 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
CFI
Syllabus Units
12 Units
Guided Hours
270 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Holistic Approaches to Birth to Seven Child Development
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand holistic principles of child development from birth to three years.2. Understand holistic principles of child development from three to five years.3. Understand holistic principles of child development from five to seven years.
2
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Personal and Professional Development in Early Childhood Education and Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to use reflective practice to support development of own early years practice2. Be able to reflect on the relationship between own personal biography and own early years work3. Be able to carry out research into own area of interest relevant to early childhood education4. Know the role of anti-discriminatory and inclusive practices in early childhood settings
3
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Holistic Early Childhood Comparative Studies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand educational theories.2. Understand how contemporary issues influence early childhood education.3. Understand neurological and brain development theory relevant to early child development and behaviour.4. Understand the significance of attachment theory in supporting healthy child development.
4
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Early Years Observation and Assessment
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand Steiner Waldorf approaches to observation practice in an early childhood setting.2. Be able to use Pikler early years observation techniques.3. Be able to use formative and summative assessment techniques as a means of tracking children’s holistic development.4. Be able to use holistic child assessment practices to support holistic and healthy child development.
5
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Working in Partnership with Others in a Holistic Early Years Setting
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand how to work with others in an early years setting. 2. Be able to use communication skills when working with others in an early years environment.3. Understand factors influencing parenting styles.4. Be able to work with others to facilitate the educational development and welfare of a child.5. Understand how to support children through transitions in their lives.
6
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Professional Practice in the Holistic Early Years Setting
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the legal requirements for health and safety in an early years setting
- Describe the procedures for responding to concerns about child abuse or harm
- Identify the key legislation and guidelines for safeguarding children
- Maintain accurate and coherent records in line with policies and procedures
- Evaluate the role of anti-discriminatory and inclusive practices in early years settings
7
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Planning and Working in the Early Childhood Sector
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Plan holistic activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development in young children.
- Lead activities that engage children and support their holistic development.
- Evaluate own practice in leading holistic activities and identify areas for improvement.
- Create a professional development plan that addresses identified learning needs.
- Develop a personal care plan that supports own well-being and effectiveness in the early years setting.
8
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
The Heart of Care in the Early Years Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the Steiner Waldorf approach to creating a holistic early years learning environment.
- Analyse how rhythm can be used to support holistic child development.
- Apply holistic methods of care to support the healthy development of the young child.
- Justify the application of the lemniscate of care in a holistic early years setting.
- Critically evaluate approaches to minimising conflict in an early years setting.
- Assess the role of play in children's healthy learning and development.
9
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Promoting the Holistic Health and Wellbeing of the Young Child
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the principles of holistic health and wellbeing in early years
- Demonstrate how to support the health needs of young children in practice
- Evaluate the role of nutrition in healthy child development
- Analyse the importance of sleep for early childhood development
- Assess the significance of warmth for the healthy development of young children
- Apply the Pikler approach to respectful bodily care in an early years setting
10
Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
The Early Childhood Curriculum in the Steiner Waldorf and Pikler Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the principles of Steiner Waldorf and Pikler approaches in relation to current early childhood curriculum requirements.
- Analyse how holistic early years education meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Explain the role of the key person in supporting holistic development within a Steiner Waldorf or Pikler setting.
- Assess how Steiner Waldorf approaches to literacy meet current curriculum standards for early reading and writing.
- Assess how Steiner Waldorf approaches to numeracy meet current curriculum standards for early mathematical development.
- Justify the use of natural materials and open-ended resources in promoting literacy and numeracy within a holistic curriculum.
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Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Pedagogical Arts in the Early Childhood Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain how age-appropriate art and craft activities support holistic development in early years settings.
- Analyse the role of seasonal activities in promoting holistic development across different early years settings.
- Demonstrate practical artistic skills suitable for holistic early years practice.
- Evaluate the use of reflective practice to improve personal skills in holistic art and craft activities.
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Crossfields Institute Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Baby and Child Care (Early Years Educator)
Holistic Principles of Human Development and Care in an Early Years Education Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the key events and influences in Rudolf Steiner's life and work.
- Explain Steiner's concept of human development as a series of seven-year phases.
- Analyse how Steiner's principles of child development inform early years practice.
- Identify and describe each of the twelve senses in Steiner's model.
- Evaluate holistic approaches to supporting sensory development in young children.
- Apply Steiner's principles to plan activities that nurture the twelve senses.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7739/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CFI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2021