Free Entry Level Caring for a Child/Children Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Inspire Learning. This full-time daytime caring for a child/children course covers the knowledge and skills needed to support children's care, learning, and development. You'll study over one year, attending classes during the day. The entry level caring for a child/children qualification is a solid first step toward working in nurseries, childcare settings, or early years roles. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This is a City and Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Services for 16-19 year olds (or up to 24 with learning difficulty) which is delivered at myplace @ Westfield Folkhouse - Mansfield. The course also provides activities to improve young peoples' job seeking skills, and provides work experience that prepares learners to move on to a traineeship, internship or apprenticeship. Our students will also study maths and English. The student will also be able to apply for a bursary and to claim student travel.
Entry requirements
Entry 3 Certificate in Caring for a Child/Children
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support children's physical care needs, including hygiene and nutrition.
You'll understand how children grow and develop at different ages.
You'll learn how to create safe and supportive environments for children.
You'll explore how to communicate effectively with children and their families.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to support children's play and early learning activities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Inspire Learning, with full-time daytime attendance across the year. Assessment for the NCFE Entry Level Certificate in Caring for a Child/Children is based on the entry requirements stated by the centre. Your tutor will guide you through each area of the qualification and confirm the specific assessment methods before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Inspire Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner - supporting children's daily care in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant - helping qualified staff with activities and routines.
Childcare worker - working in a range of childcare environments.
Playgroup assistant - supporting play sessions for young children.
After-school club assistant - supervising and engaging children outside school hours.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Childcare and Education - builds directly on this Entry Level qualification.
Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Practice - a recognised step toward working in staffed childcare ratios.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - a more in-depth qualification for those aiming toward a nursery practitioner role.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or 2 - useful alongside any childcare progression route.
