

Skills Bootcamps for new careers in early years
This early years Skills Bootcamp is free and linked to paid roles. It’s a chance to get the skills that employers are looking for, before being introduced to a nursery near you.

At a glance
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LevelVaried
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Duration3 - 12 Weeks
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Location Rest of England
About the course
About the course:
We currently deliver Skills Bootcamps in Early Years in Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Devon and Lancashire.
The Skills Bootcamp in Early Years is a short course specially designed to help people upskill, find a job, and start earning.
It has been developed in partnership with leading employers and local authorities and on completion, offers you a direct route to our fast-track level 3 early years educator apprenticeship – saving you up to 6 months of learning time and getting you into your dream role much faster.
It is designed to be flexible and accessible. Whether you prefer face-to-face learning or online study, you’ll gain valuable experience and knowledge to prepare you for this next step.
Plus – it won’t cost you anything and we’ll even help you with your DBS application!
Here’s what you can expect:
- Flexible learning options: Choose between a 3 week in-person course (limited locations) or a 6 week mid-week online programme.
- No cost to join: Provided you are aged 19 or over and meet our eligibility criteria, there is absolutely nothing for you to pay. Plus – if you progress onto our accelerated level 3 apprenticeship, there’s nothing to pay there either.
- Accelerate your progress: This Skills Bootcamp offers you a unique, direct path, to our accelerated level 3 early years educator apprenticeship, saving you up to 6 months of learning time and helping you start your dream role much faster.
- Gain your paediatric first aid qualification, which is essential to work in an early years setting. The cost of this will be covered by Realise.
- Support with your DBS application: We will handle the costs and paperwork for your DBS application, helping you to focus on your learning.
- Personalised support: Benefit from personalised support and guidance throughout your course, ensuring you have all of the resources and assistance you need to succeed.
Why choose Realise?
- Skills aligned with industry standards: Develop knowledge and experience in line with the latest early years standards, giving you a competitive edge in the field.
- Direct path to your job: Partner with leading employers for a faster job placement, ensuring you can step into your dream role sooner.
- Guidance every step of the way: Receive expert guidance, personalised support, and connect with a community of passionate educators dedicated to your success.
- Make a meaningful impact: Join a community that is all about shaping the future of young minds, letting you contribute to something bigger.
- Gain a competitive edge: Stand out with a pre-completed DBS check and optional work experience opportunities (all in good or outstanding settings).
- Accelerate your apprenticeships: Reduce the early years educator level 3 apprenticeship duration to a minimum of 12 months, getting you where you want to be sooner.
- Wraparound support: Access valuable information, advice and guidance services, along with comprehensive wraparound support tailored to support your unique journey.
Ready to fast-track your career?
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain valuable skills, accelerate your career, and make a positive impact on the lives of young children. Secure your spot on our accelerated apprenticeship pathway today!

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