PGCE in Early Years Education

PGCE graduates enjoy nearly 100% employment and often get teaching jobs quickly. This early years education course prepares you for success in early years educator jobs.

About the Early Years Education Course

Every child deserves the best start, and skilled educators make it happen. To help you achieve this, this early years education course teaches you how to plan lessons, support emotional and social development, and manage classrooms with confidence.

Whether your goal is to work in nurseries, primary schools, or childcare settings, this course provides everything you need for early years educator jobs. You’ll develop the skills that define a strong early years educator job role and gain practical experience to make a real difference in children’s lives.

By the end of the course, you’ll feel ready to teach young learners and progress toward a master’s degree in early years education.

Benefits of the Course

Gain recognised teaching credentials

A PGCE opens the door to rewarding early years educator jobs and a bright teaching career.

Build practical classroom skills

You’ll learn to plan lessons, manage classrooms, and inspire young learners. As a result, you’ll perform your early years educator job role with confidence.

Develop professional confidence

We show you proven teaching methods step by step. Therefore, you’ll feel ready to support children’s learning and growth effectively.

Open new career opportunities

You can work in nurseries, primary schools, or childcare centres. Thus, you’ll strengthen your early years educator job role and advance your career.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this early years education course, you will be able to:

• Understand the foundations of early childhood education
• Explain learning and development in children
• Apply effective pedagogy and teaching practice
• Plan and implement an early years curriculum
• Support children with special educational needs (SEN)
• Promote inclusive practices for all children
• Develop leadership and management skills in early years settings
• Engage parents and caregivers to support children’s learning
• Assess and track children’s progress effectively

Who This Course Is For

This course suits:

• Aspiring teachers – Starting a career in early years education.
• Teaching assistants – Moving into early years educator jobs.
• Childcare professionals – Strengthening their early years educator job role.
• Graduates – Aiming for a master’s in early years education.
• Passionate individuals – Helping children learn and grow.

Why Choose This Course

• Learn anytime – Study at your own flow
• Expert-led lessons – Learn from experienced educators
• Hands-on learning – Real-world examples keep you engaged
• Track progress – Quick quizzes with instant feedback
• 24/7 support – Guidance whenever you need it
• Free certificate – Showcase your achievement

Entry Requirements

To join this course, you should:

• Have a good understanding of English
• Be eager to develop your teaching skills
• Have basic computer skills
• Be at least 16 years old

Assessment

Every module includes a short quiz so you can see how much you’ve learned. You need at least 60% to move to the next module. This approach helps you learn in small steps while gaining confidence.

Certification

After completing the course and quizzes, you’ll get a Certificate of Completion in Early Years Education (PGCE). Download it for free as a PDF, or order a printed copy. It shines your skills and supports your professional growth.