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St John’s Catholic Comprehensive School

BTEC ECD (AAQ)

Subject Early Childhood Development 
Exam Board Pearson
Qualifications Level 3 AAQ in Early Childhood Development (Extended Certificate)
Specification Click Here
Order of Units

Unit 1 (1hr 45 minute exam) – Children’s Development   

Unit 2 (1hr 45 minute exam) – Keeping Children Safe 

Unit 3 (Coursework) – Play and Learning  

Unit 4 (Coursework) – Research and Reflective Practice in an Early Childhood Setting

Suggested Resources

For the examination units (1&2) you may wish to purchase the textbook, which can be found on the link below:  

https://www.amazon.co.uk/National-Early-Childhood-Development-Student/dp/1292487070

For the coursework units you should access the resources on MS Teams, this includes theory PowerPoint as well as model answers for the tasks set. 

Expected Homework Hours Per Week

Coursework – A minimum of 3 hours a week is expected in order to meet deadlines and ensure work is completed to a high standard. 

Exams – It is recommended that you spend a minimum of 3 hours a week working on revision notes or researching around topics to secure your understanding prior to the exam. 

Learning Platforms Used All lessons, assignments and homework is set virtually on MS Teams, this is also the platform used for the class to share resources, ideas and communicate with their teachers. 
Submission of Bridging Work Please send your completed bridging packs to: ebond@stj.kent.sch.uk