Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Top-up or Second Degree

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education program is designed to equip students with modern teaching competencies, critical thinking skills, and the ability to innovate learning methods in today’s educational environment.

At SIMI Swiss, the program integrates the academic excellence of Swiss private higher education with the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), officially recognized by Ofqual (UK Government). This ensures that the program is not only focused on achieving an academic qualification but also on developing real-world teaching competencies aligned with the Early Years Teacher role — a profession with an average annual salary of £32,559 in the United Kingdom.

The dual qualification from Switzerland and the United Kingdom is directly recognized by employers in both countries and globally, helping learners confidently begin their professional careers.

The SwissUK™ Bachelor’s program integrates a Swiss Private Degree with a UK Government-recognized qualification regulated under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF Level 6 – Ofqual, UK.Gov).

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Top-up or Second Degree

What do you get?

Dual Awards

Earn two independent awards from SIMI Swiss and OTHM (Ofqual UK.Gov).

Accredited

Accredited by SIMI Swiss and by awarding bodies regulated under Ofqual (UK.Gov).

Recognized

Swiss Private Higher Education & UK Nationally Recognised (Ofqual RQF)

Scholarship

Up to 90% scholarship for eligible countries and disadvantaged students.

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Top-up or Second Degree

Program Details

Dual Qualification with OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education Top-up or Second Degree program includes 6 specialised modules and a Capstone Project.

 

Specialised modules

  • Lesson Planning (20 Credits)
  • Reflective Teaching (20 Credits)
  • Management of Class Dynamics (20 Credits) 
  • Curriculum Design (20 Credits)
  • Integrated Education (20 Credits)
  • Technology in Education (20 Credits)

 

Capstone Project for Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education:

Students apply the knowledge and skills they have learned to design a creative teaching program in early childhood education, demonstrating competence in (1) designing age-appropriate curricula for child development, (2) developing modern early childhood teaching methods, (3) creating engaging learning environments that support holistic child development, (4) assessing children’s progress and communicating with parents, (5) managing diverse classrooms, and (6) applying educational technology in modern early childhood education. This content is also integrated into the six core courses of the program.

Upon graduation, students will receive:

  • Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning from OTHM (UK government-recognized, equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in the UK ENIC/NARIC Band 9).
  • Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from SIMI Swiss.
  • Applicants who have completed two years of a university bachelor’s program or hold a Level 4/5 Diploma in early childhood education, seeking to complete a Top-up Bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree in another field are not eligible for this program.
  • English proficiency must be at least at CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) level B2 or IELTS 5.5

The program is delivered through a real-time online learning model (Live Class), where learners can study and interact directly with SIMI Swiss instructors via a live broadcast learning system.

The program follows the SIMI Swiss Direct™ model — meaning learners study directly with SIMI Swiss, non-joint programs, no franchises, no intermediaries. This model ensures that learners access the original, unaltered curriculum, free from third-party risks or issues related to unlicensed local training providers.

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Accredited & Recognised

The strength of Swiss Private Higher Education, combined with UK Nationally Recognised Qualifications.

  • Strong dual recognition: Swiss Private Degree + UK National Qualification
  • Easier employability in Switzerland and the UK: Particularly in early childhood education, preschool teaching, curriculum development, and educational innovation.
  • Eligible for the UK Skilled Worker Visa, based on the RQF Level 6 qualification officially recognized by the UK government.
  • Global recognition through compatibility between RQF/EQF frameworks and other national qualification systems. See more HERE
  • UK Early Years Teacher Standard: Easily demonstrate professional competence and meet job requirements with an average salary of £32,559 per year. See more HERE
  • Expanded opportunities for Master’s-level study internationally
(*)All qualification recognitions, top-ups, or transfers under the Swiss and UK education systems are subject to the specific policies of the receiving institution or relevant authority — verification should be conducted in advance where applicable.

About the Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI Swiss)

SIMI Swiss is a SwissUK™ Higher Education Institute that unites the excellence of Swiss Private Higher Education with the nationally recognised qualification framework of the United Kingdom Government, regulated by Ofqual (UK.Gov). SIMI Swiss holds full international accreditation and awards dual qualifications, combining a Swiss Private Degree with a nationally recognised qualification from the United Kingdom, upholding globally recognised academic standards. 

  • Sample degree for the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from SIMI Swiss HERE.
  • Watch this video to learn how to verify SIMI Swiss’s accreditations and recognitions HERE.
  • View the complete accreditation system of SIMI Swiss HERE.

About the Ofqual UK.Gov awarding body OTHM:

  • Recognized as an organization by the educational authority of the United Kingdom, Ofqual (UK.Gov). Recognition Number: RN5284. Refer to the recognition information CLICK HERE
  • OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning is accredited with the Ofqual UK.Gov code 603/6695/3. Refer to the accreditation information CLICK HERE

 

Reference:

  • Guidelines of how to check the recognition of OTHM: CLICK HERE

The SwissUK™ Bachelor’s Degree from SIMI is an integrated program aligned with the U.K. National Occupational Standards for the Early Years Teacher role (see more HERE), officially recognized by the U.K. government. This integration not only allows learners to earn a government-recognized Level 6 qualification, but also equips them with practical and career-ready skills.

  • Learn the competencies employers value: Beyond theory, students develop comprehensive KSBs (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors) based on U.K. professional standards.
  • Easily demonstrate competence in the workplace: Each learning outcome (L.O.) is aligned with professional criteria, allowing employers to assess and trust a candidate’s ability from the very first interview.
  • Gain early opportunities for career advancement: The qualification is standardized according to national professional competency levels, enabling learners to qualify for recognized occupational roles.
  • Competitive global earnings: The Early Years Teacher competency standard has an average salary of £32,559 per year in the United Kingdom.
  • Internationally recognized professional profile: The competency framework is applied by multinational corporations, facilitating cross-border career mobility.
  • Reduced risk of unemployment or career mismatch: Learners can enter the workforce immediately through an early national qualification pathway.
Key advantage over traditional Bachelor programs: While many graduates struggle to find direction after completing their studies, SwissUK™ students graduate with clearly defined professional competencies and the ability to demonstrate them confidently to employers.

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annual salary: £32,559

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Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Frequently Asked Questions

Bachelor SwissUK™

The program awards two qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education – awarded by SIMI Swiss (Switzerland)
  • Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning – awarded by OTHM (United Kingdom)

These two qualifications are fully integrated, creating maximum strength and value for graduates upon completion.

Yes.

  • The OTHM qualification is regulated by Ofqual (UK Government), ensuring national standards of quality, transparency, and compliance in the United Kingdom.
  • SIMI Swiss is an international higher education institute operating under the Swiss Private HEI model, registered and governed in the Canton of Zug. It is responsible for the academic value of its Private Degree programs in accordance with Swiss law.
  • Check the program on SVEB HERE.

The OTHM qualification is part of the RQF and regulated by Ofqual, and it is recognized at the Bachelor’s Degree Level within the UK education system.

References:

  • Official UK Government recognition assessment: HERE
  • Recognition of equivalency to a Bachelor’s degree in the UK and across Europe: HERE

Yes.

Within the Swiss employment system, language instructors and teachers working in private educational institutions fall under professions that may be hired based on internationally recognized private qualifications.

Language Teacher roles do not require any additional professional licensing or external recognition in Switzerland.

Teacher at Language Schools roles likewise do not require any additional professional licensing or other forms of recognition in Switzerland.

UK ENIC benchmarks RQF Level 6 at Band 9, which is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree. See more details HERE

Yes.

According to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), RQF Level 6 is aligned with EQF Level 6. See more details HERE

Yes. It may be evaluated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree or Bachelor-level studies, depending on the individual application, through:

  • CICIC (Canada)
  • WES (USA/Canada)

The final outcome depends on the purpose of the evaluation and the independent assessment conducted by these agencies. See more details HERE

Yes.

The qualification integrates the competency standards for the Teacher position – Occupational Code LAR402 under the UK occupational framework. See more details HERE

According to labor market data from the United Kingdom, the average annual salary for the Early Years Education Professional group (which includes teacher roles aligned with this program) is £32,559 per year. See more details HERE

Yes.

QTLS (Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills) is the national professional teaching status in the United Kingdom. It is awarded by the Society for Education and Training (SET), the professional body under the Education and Training Foundation (ETF).

See more: HERE

Note: Since 2012, the UK Government (DfE) has recognized that:

“Teachers who achieve QTLS status and are members of the Society for Education and Training (SET) are recognised as equivalent to QTS holders in schools.”

Therefore, individuals who hold QTLS and maintain SET membership are recognized as equivalent to QTS when teaching in schools in the United Kingdom.

Yes, it can.

Candidates may apply through the Assessment Only Route if they meet the following requirements:

  • A qualification at Bachelor’s Level (RQF Level 6) – the qualification from this program meets this requirement.
  • Sufficient teaching experience and competency evidence as required by the regulations.

See more details HERE.

Yes.

According to the Statement of Changes to the UK Immigration Rules (effective 2025), the minimum qualification level for the Skilled Worker Visa has been raised to RQF Level 6.

A qualification at RQF Level 6 meets the mandatory academic requirement.

See more details HERE

No.

The Teacher – LAR402 occupational standard in the United Kingdom does not impose subject-specific restrictions.
Your ability to teach particular subjects depends on:

  • Your professional competence
  • The requirements of the hiring institution

See the national occupational standard for the Teacher role HERE

Yes.
According to the occupational classification in the United Kingdom, the Early Years Teacher – Occupational Code LAR402 role is not restricted to any specific subject. Therefore, individuals who hold a qualification at the Bachelor’s Level (RQF Level 6) together with appropriate subject expertise may teach various subjects through English-medium instruction (EMI), depending on:

  • The subject requirements of the hiring institution
  • Additional qualifications/experience the candidate holds in the specific teaching field
  • Teaching licenses, if required by the laws/regulations of a particular education system

See more details HERE

Yes.

Learners are eligible to apply for postgraduate programs such as:

  • PGCE (QTS pathway)
  • MA TESOL / Applied Linguistics
  • M.Ed / Education Leadership

Reference: Recognition of RQF/EQF Level 6 as a Bachelor’s degree under international education standards. See more details: HERE

Yes.

  • SIMI Swiss provides consular legalization services for its qualifications. See more details HERE.
  • OTHM offers an online verification system through QR code authentication. See more details HERE.

Information regarding the program, qualifications, accreditation, and recognition is sourced from official publications of the UK Government, regulatory authorities, and other relevant competent organizations. The content is accurate at the time of publication but may change without prior notice based on updates to policies and regulations issued by these authorities.

Although frameworks for recognition, cross-recognition, and equivalency are established on transparent and verifiable criteria, each country, ministry, department, or receiving institution may apply its own regulations during the evaluation and recognition process. Therefore, learners are strongly advised to verify recognition requirements directly with the relevant authority or institution before using the qualification for any specific purpose.

In accordance with principles of transparency and jurisdictional compliance, SIMI Swiss, OTHM, and all related parties do not make any commitment or representation regarding qualification recognition, equivalency, immigration status, or professional licensing in any country, ministry, department, or regulatory body.

This information is provided to ensure accuracy and transparency in public communication, consistent with international standards and best practices in academic disclosure.

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