Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children

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Key details

Attendance Part time
Duration
Code
Awarding Body CACHE
Level —
Start Date 07/09/2020

Other start dates

September 2021

Course overview

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners, including young people needing to develop life skills as well as those who are thinking of working in childcare. It is also suitable for parents who wish to develop parenting skills, mature learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language.

The course runs for 2 hours a week.

What you'll study

You will cover a variety of topics such as Healthy Eating for Families, Musical activities for young children, sharing learning experiences with young children, science activities for young children, healthy living, preparing for your next steps and many more.

We use a variety of teaching and learning methods. Learners are able to submit work in a variety of ways to suit individual needs which include computer work, leaflets, mind maps, set of cards, charts, verbal feedback e.g. audio tape, lists, video tape, collage, tables, displays, booklets, bullet points, posters, diagrams, drawings etc.

You will participate in various practical activities and make resources to support children’s learning. The course will be taught very informally by an experienced childcare tutor.  You will learn in a relaxed and supported atmosphere with lots of support and encouragement.

  • You will cover a variety of topics such as Healthy Eating for Families, Musical activities for young children, sharing learning experiences with young children, science activities for young children, healthy living, preparing for your next steps and many more.

    We use a variety of teaching and learning methods. Learners are able to submit work in a variety of ways to suit individual needs which include computer work, leaflets, mind maps, set of cards, charts, verbal feedback e.g. audio tape, lists, video tape, collage, tables, displays, booklets, bullet points, posters, diagrams, drawings etc.

    You will participate in various practical activities and make resources to support children’s learning. The course will be taught very informally by an experienced childcare tutor.  You will learn in a relaxed and supported atmosphere with lots of support and encouragement.

Assessment

We use a variety of teaching and learning methods. Learners are able to submit work in a variety of ways to suit individual needs which include computer work, leaflets, mind maps, set of cards, charts, verbal feedback e.g. audio tape, lists, video tape, collage, tables, displays, booklets, bullet points, posters, diagrams, drawings etc.

Entry requirements

Entry level 3 in English.

Next steps

You will meet new friends and develop your confidence. At the end of the course you will be able to identify what you might like to do in the future and look at what career opportunities are available.

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Tuition fees

If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees.

If you're 19 or older you may need to pay a fee. See our Further Education tuition fees page for more details.

 

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