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Qualifications

We accept Early Years qualifications from Level 2 upwards from the UK. We also accept Early Years qualifications from other countries if NARIC is attached to it. 


Qualifications achieved in the United Kingdom

The early years qualifications achieved in the United Kingdom guidance details the list of qualifications gained in the United Kingdom that are all full and relevant and accepted by DfE to work in an early years setting.

t covers:

  • qualifications started before 1 September 2014
  • qualifications started after 1 September 2014
  • level 2 and 3 qualifications
  • Special Educational needs and disability (SEND)
  • qualifications achieved in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland



Last updated Mon 13 May 2024