Level 3 Supporting Children and Young People’s Speech, Language and Communication

This qualification develops the knowledge and the skills necessary for effective communication and how to identify development needs and support for individuals. Speech, language and communication skills are essential for learning and social and emotional well-being, therefore it’s important that practitioners understand what typical development looks like for different age groups.

Who is it suitable for?

Practitioners in a wide range of settings who are looking to improve their practice and specialist learning. This includes settings for children and young people, play work, health and social care, youth justice and Supporting Teaching and Learning.

The areas covered in this qualification include:

Mandatory Units - 6 credits must come from the mandatory units

Support Speech, Language and Communication Development

Support Children and Young People's Speech, Language and Communication Skills

Optional Units - A minimum of 3 credits must come from the optional units in group B

Support the Speech, Language and Communication Development of Children Who are Learning More Than One Language

Support Positive Practice With Children and Young People With Speech, Language and Communication Needs

Understand the Speech, Language and Communication Needs of Children and Young People With Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs

Work With Parents, Families and Carers to Support Their Children and Young People's Speech, Language and Communication Development

Course Information

Learners must be at least 16 years old

It will be assessed by your Tutor or Assessor using a range of methods. This could include a portfolio of evidence, written assignments, coursework, direct observation of practice or a task. We anticipate that this course will take up to 3 months to complete.

Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as they need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.

The Level 3 Award, Certificate and Diploma in Child Care and Education (Early Years Educator), Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce and the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?

It does not qualify you to work but does support you in your current job or future job roles when supporting children and young people.

NCFE CACHE (Council for Awards in Children’s Care and Education)

£249.00 including VAT

Included within this price

    • Support throughout the completion of the course, registration and completion certificate.

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