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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Birkenhead – Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead

CostFREE
Duration180 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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 in Birkenhead. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. This full-time daytime course covers the foundations of caring for young children, including their development, wellbeing, and daily needs. The Pearson BTEC Introductory Certificate in Caring for Children Under Five qualification is delivered over 180 hours. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your programme.

Who this course is for

16-19

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how young children grow and develop in their early years.
  • You'll learn how to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • You'll understand how to create safe and nurturing environments for children under five.
  • You'll develop skills in communicating with young children and their families.
  • You'll learn about play and its role in children's learning and development.
  • You'll understand basic safeguarding principles and why they matter in childcare settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. Assessment for the Pearson BTEC Introductory Certificate is portfolio-based, with evidence gathered through assignments and practical tasks. There are no formal written exams. Your programme is individually planned in the early weeks, taking into account your starting point and goals.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supporting staff in a nursery or pre-school setting.
  • Childminder's assistant: helping a registered childminder with daily care.
  • Playgroup helper: assisting at community playgroups for under-fives.
  • Youth support worker: entry-level roles working with children and young people.
  • After-school club assistant: supervising and supporting children in wraparound care.
  • Early years volunteer: building experience in a nursery or children's centre.

What you could study next

The Level 1 BTEC Introductory Certificate in Caring for Children Under Five is a stepping stone to further study in early years and childcare. You could progress to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Early Years Education and Care, which opens more paid roles in nurseries and pre-schools. From there, a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification is the standard required for senior roles in statutory childcare staffing ratios.

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