Build a foundation for your future in childhood education and develop the skills needed to work with children aged between 0 and 5 years.
Education and Early Years
Start a career in Early Years
If you are interested in working with young children, our courses will give you the skills, knowledge and experience to become a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner through hands-on learning and industry placements.
Full time courses
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Students invite Jack in a Box for an immersive day at College
30 July 2024
Early Years students teamed up with Jack in a Box nursery to host a fun day of activities for local children.
Get Industry Experience
You will benefit from structured work placements, which are an integral part of your qualification. Extensive links with local employers provides access to placement opportunities and real-life training in nurseries and schools.
Training Nursery
You will gain practical experience in our training nursery, with access to specialist equipment, to give you an understanding of how real childcare centres work and help you to learn how to create a safe and stimulating environment that supports children mentally, emotionally and physically.
How you apply for a course at Dover College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our subject areas and see which of our courses is right for you.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply for your chosen course via our website.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
Come along to an applicant day here at EKC Dover College, where you can meet our team and enrol onto one of our courses.
Career prospects
Example:
Primary Education Teaching Professional
£
£40,560
Annual pay
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.
Role description
Primary (and middle school deemed primary) and nursery education teaching professionals plan, organise and provide instruction to children at all levels up to the age of entry into secondary education.
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