Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Award in Caring for Children Under Five Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. This Pearson Edexcel btec introductory award in caring for children under five qualification covers the foundations of working with young children, including their development, wellbeing, and care needs. The course runs for 70 hours of daytime classroom study.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll explore how children under five grow and develop physically, emotionally, and socially.
You'll learn about the basic care needs of young children, including hygiene, nutrition, and safety.
You'll understand how to support children's play and early learning activities.
You'll look at how to communicate effectively with young children and their families.
You'll develop awareness of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of those working in early years settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. Assessment for the BTEC Introductory Award is portfolio-based, with evidence gathered through assignments and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in community or educational settings.
Nursery Assistant - helping with day-to-day care in a nursery environment.
Playgroup Assistant - supporting children's play and activities in group settings.
Childminder's Assistant - working alongside a registered childminder.
Early Years Volunteer - gaining experience in schools or children's centres.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Practice - the next step toward working in a nursery or pre-school setting.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - a broader qualification covering more of the early years workforce role.
Level 3 Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work; this is the level most employers require for a lead practitioner role.
