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Free Level 1 Childcare Course Online – Acorn Training

CostFREE
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Certificate in Caring for Children Under Five Course. Study online. You study at your own pace, so you can fit the course around your other commitments. No travel needed. Over 8 weeks, you'll cover the foundations of caring for young children, including their development, health, and wellbeing. You need to be fluent in English to join. This free btec introductory certificate in caring for children under five course is open to adults aged 19 and over who are not currently in work or education.

Who this course is for

Those 19+ not currently in work or education.

Entry requirements

Fluent in English Language.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the developmental stages of children under five.
  • You'll learn how to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • You'll explore safe and healthy environments for young children.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with young children and their families.
  • You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities when working with young children.
  • You'll explore play and its role in early childhood development.

How you will learn

All study is online. You'll work through learning materials at your own pace and complete assignments to demonstrate your understanding. Assessment is portfolio-based, with written tasks and evidence you build up as you progress through the course. There are no exams. Acorn Training will guide you through what to submit and when.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Acorn Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in community or care settings.
  • Nursery Assistant - helping with daily care and activities in a nursery.
  • Playgroup Assistant - supporting children's play and learning in group settings.
  • Childminder's Assistant - working alongside a registered childminder at home.
  • Early Years Volunteer - gaining experience in schools or children's centres.
  • After-School Club Assistant - supervising and supporting children outside school hours.

What you could study next

After completing this Level 1 qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Childcare and Education, which takes you further into early years practice. From there, a Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work in England. Many providers offer these as funded courses for eligible adults.

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