Check an early years qualification

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Early years managers can now use the new digital service Check an early years qualification  to quickly verify whether staff qualifications meet the requirements for staff:child ratios in England.

 

The new service can be accessed at https://check-an-early-years-qualification.service.gov.uk/?utm_source=bedford&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=la

 

This free GOV.UK tool allows managers to check a qualification’s approval status by entering key details such as:

•            course start date

•            level

•            awarding organisation

 

At the end of the process, a clear outcome is provided, which can be printed for your records.

 

Why use the new service?

 

Using the new Check an early years qualification service:

•            saves time during recruitment and HR processes

•            supports workforce planning ahead of the September 2025 expansion of funded childcare entitlements

•            reduces confusion when checking qualifications