Raising of training standard 'causes a rift' in the early years workforce

an early years apprentice
Tuesday, March 18, 2014

An early years apprentice shares her experiences and thoughts on the government's decision not to recognise "functional skills qualifications" for maths and English in the early years educator (EYE) course requirements, which will become the new sector standard for progression into management from September.

Reforms will exclude some great childcare practitioners from reaching management roles. Picture: Library photo
Reforms will exclude some great childcare practitioners from reaching management roles. Picture: Library photo

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