Once again it is a case of all change. Level 3 early years practitioners are now set to become Early Years Educators, under a raft of Government proposals designed to bring in 'tougher, full and relevant criteria' for the workforce.
The sector is currently waiting to hear the Government's response to a consultation around how the new qualifications can build on the 'richer content and standards', as recommended by Cathy Nutbrown in her review of early years qualifications.
Perhaps most significant is the proposal to require all entrants to have secured at least a C grade in GCSE maths and English. The consultation has also addressed how a new qualification can mirror the former NNEB Nursery Nurse Diploma while meeting the National Occupation Standards for Child Care, Learning and Development and the statutory framework for the EYFS.
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