News

CWDC aims for higher but fewer qualifications

The Children's Workforce Development Council has outlined its vision to raise the number of level 3-qualified early years practitioners to 70 per cent by 2010, but it says that 'work' is needed to define what is a 'full' and a 'relevant' qualification.

and a 'relevant' qualification.

In a report, the CWDC states that it wants to simplify the training and qualifications system and develop clear career paths to encourage more staff to qualify at level 3 and beyond. This will result in the reduction in the number of qualifications on offer.

Pauline Jones, CWDC's national development manager for early years, told Nursery World that 'greater clarity was needed' over what is a full, relevant level 3 qualification.

She said, 'We are committed through the Integrated Qualifications Framework to look at qualifications and to ensure that people understand what worth and value is attached to them. At the moment there are so many different qualifications, it's confusing for parents and employers.'

Register now to continue reading

Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

What's included

  • Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month

  • Unlimited access to news and opinion

  • Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news

Register

Already have an account? Sign in here