This qualification is designed to stimulate interest and encourage the learners’ understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children.
It is aimed at a range of learners, including young people needing to develop life skills and those who are thinking of working in childcare.
You will combine theoretical study with practical experience as you prepare for a career in early years.
What you'll learn
The units cover both personal development and the development and growth of babies and young children. They also explore:
- the value of a healthy lifestyle and diet
- communication and learning
- aspects of play
- the importance of building children’s confidence
- human lifespan from birth to the elderly
How you'll learn and be assessed
This certificate helps you to gain knowledge through observational studies, practical work with children, and a range of classroom-based activities that combine theoretical and practical training.
Combining days at college with placement days in early years settings, you will be encouraged to link the theory of care for children with your developing practice to support your own skills.
Assessment is done through a combination of observations during placement and assignments set in college.
Progression
On successful completion, you could progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Childcare.
This qualification does not qualify you for work, but it does support you in preparing for your next steps, either in training or moving towards work.
Entry requirements
You will need GCSE English language and maths at grade 2 or above.
