About this qualification 

This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain knowledge, skills and understanding of nutrition in an early years setting. This qualification builds on the outcomes within the Early Years Practitioner occupational standard (ST0888). 

Who is it suitable for? 

This qualification is designed for early years practitioners working with babies and young children. The qualification will build on existing knowledge and skills of nutrition and hydration through specialist duties for improved outcomes in an early years setting. 

What are the entry requirements? 

This qualification is designed for early years practitioners and early years educators. This qualification builds on the outcomes within the Early Years Practitioner occupational standard (ST0888). 

Registration is at the discretion of the centre in accordance with equality legislation and should be made on the NCFE Portal. 

Learners must be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification and be working within an early years setting. It would also be advantageous for the learner to hold a relevant level 2 qualification. 

Centres are responsible for ensuring that all learners are capable of achieving the learning outcomes (LOs) and complying with the relevant literacy, numeracy and health and safety requirements. 

Learners registered on this qualification should not undertake another qualification at the same level, or with the same/a similar title, as duplication of learning may affect funding eligibility. 

How is this qualification structured? 

This qualification consists of two mandatory units. 

How is it assessed? 

This qualification is internally assessed with an externally quality assured portfolio of evidence. 

How long will it take to complete this qualification? 

This qualification will take learners under 1 year to complete. 

Do you need to be working to take this qualification? 

The learner must be working in an early years setting to be able to meet the assessment requirements of this qualification. 

What related qualifications can you progress to? 

 On completion, learners can progress on to qualifications within the following areas: 

• early years 
• teaching and learning 
• health and social care 

Career opportunities 

• early years nutrition leader 
• family partner 

Funding for our qualifications 

This qualification may be eligible for funding. For further guidance on funding, please contact your local funding provider. 

Useful links 

Assessment regulations and guides | NCFE  

Qualification specific instructions for delivery (QSID)