NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Children's Care, Learning and Development

The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for Children's Care, Learning and Development is a 2-year non-degree program for students interested in early years and childcare. It's taught in English at Belfast Metropolitan College in the UK.

The curriculum covers child development, safeguarding, and special educational needs. Students gain practical experience with at least 600 placement hours, preparing them for unsupervised work in childcare settings.

Graduates can become childcare assistants, nursery practitioners, or day care room supervisors. They can also work in education and social services, or further their studies in Early Childhood Studies or Social Work.