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<p>In July the government announced that trainees wishing to undertake Early Years
Educator qualifications, either through an apprenticeship or a standalone course,
would be able to study for their GCSE English and Maths alongside their childcare
training, rather than being required to hold them on entry to their level 3 course.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>By increasing access to both apprenticeships and standalone
courses, individuals will have greater choice and will be able to take up a course
that suits their personal circumstances. The changes have been welcomed by the childcare
sector, including membership organisations that represent both childcare businesses
and individuals who work in childcare. The expected outcome is that a greater number
of trainees will be able to access training and subsequently employment in the childcare
sector.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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