This Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship standard has been designed for individuals who have experience working in the Early Years sector as a lead practitioner, who already have a Level 3 qualification, and wish to significantly develop their knowledge and understanding in relation to being
an effective leader within an Early Years environment. Upon completing this apprenticeship, learners will also achieve the CMI Award in Principles of Leadership and Management as an additional qualification.

Learners will be assigned a qualified tutor to provide them with
help and support delivered by a blended learning approach
combining on and off-the-job training to ensure they develop the
skills required for their role. Learners, with support from their tutor
as needed, complete a range of online learning modules that
develop their knowledge of the Early Years sector and how to
effectively support and lead others in supporting children in their
development. The learning from these topics is holistically assessed through the completion of a range of formal assessment tasks that contribute to the achievement of their diploma. To achieve this, learners must have at least 6 hours of protected study time each week.