Level 1 Childcare Certificate Course in Wolverhampton for Young People with an EHCP
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Level 1 BTEC Certificate in Caring for Children course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre, full-time during the day. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed to work with and care for children, from child development to safeguarding and communication. You'll study over two years, building practical and personal skills that employers in childcare and youth support value. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Certificate in Caring for Children qualification sits at Level 1, making it a solid starting point for anyone pursuing a career working with children.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC Entry Level Award and Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award, Certificate
and Diploma in Caring for Children have been developed to give learners the
opportunity to:
engage in learning which is relevant to them and will provide opportunities to
develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential
for successful performance in working life
achieve a nationally recognised Entry or Level 1 vocationally-related
qualification
progress to related general and/or vocational qualifications.
ultimately progress to employment in the childcare sector
The 6-credit Pearson BTEC Entry Level Award (Entry 3) offers a ‘taster’ qualification
that focuses on the personal qualities and skills that are required for a particular
vocational sector.
The 7-credit Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award is an introduction to the skills, qualities
and knowledge that may be required for a particular vocational sector.
The 13-credit Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate extends the work-related focus of
the Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award and covers some of the knowledge and practical
skills required for a particular vocational sector.
The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate offers an engaging programme for those who
are clear about the vocational area that they wish to learn more about. These
learners may wish to extend their programme through the study of a related GCSE,
a complementary NVQ or other related vocational or personal and social
development qualification. These learning programmes can be developed to allow
learners to study complementary qualifications without duplication of content.
For adult learners the Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate can extend their vocational
knowledge and understanding of work in a particular sector.
What you will learn
You'll explore how children grow and develop at different ages and stages.
You'll learn how to support children's physical, emotional, and social needs.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll develop communication skills for working with children and families.
You'll learn about health, hygiene, and safety in childcare settings.
You'll build personal and professional skills relevant to working with children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre. Assessment for the Pearson BTEC is portfolio-based, using assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through each unit, demonstrating your skills and knowledge throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth support worker: supporting young people in community or school settings.
Nursery assistant: helping with daily care and activities for young children.
Playworker: organising and supervising play sessions for children.
Childcare assistant: supporting qualified staff in nurseries or crèches.
After-school club assistant: supervising and engaging children outside school hours.
Family support worker: assisting families with young children in the home.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education: the natural next step, covering more advanced childcare practice.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: a broader qualification that can lead to roles in nurseries and early years settings.
Level 2 BTEC Award or Diploma in Caring for Children: extends the knowledge and skills you've built at Level 1 within the same qualification family.
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