Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Caring for Children Under Five course in Shipley. Classes run at Shipley College, full-time during the day. This hands-on btec introductory diploma in caring for children under five course takes one year and covers creative activities, healthy eating, keeping children safe, and communicating with young children. You'll also build personal and social development skills to support your studies and job search. The course includes the option to gain Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English.
Who this course is for
This course is very ?hands on? and gives you lots of practical experience with children to prepare you for working in nurseries or other childcare settings. You will learn about creative activities, books, stories, poems & rhymes, healthy eating, keeping children safe and communication with children. You learn skills which help you with your studies and finding a job, such as Personal & Social Development. You can also gain important Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English. As part of the Foundation Learning offer, this course gives you an introduction to lots of other subject options as well as Childcare.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and lead creative activities for children under five.
You'll study how to keep children safe in nursery and childcare settings.
You'll explore healthy eating and nutrition for young children.
You'll develop communication skills for working with children and families.
You'll learn how to use books, stories, poems, and rhymes with young children.
You'll build personal and social development skills to support your career.
You'll have the opportunity to gain Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based and practical. You'll gain hands-on experience working with children to prepare for real childcare settings such as nurseries. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the college can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shipley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery assistant: supporting children's play and learning in a nursery setting.
Childcare worker: caring for young children in day nurseries or crèches.
Early years practitioner: working under supervision in an early years setting.
Playgroup assistant: helping run sessions for children under five.
Youth support worker: supporting young people in community or care settings.
Childminder's assistant: helping a registered childminder with daily care.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: the next step toward working more independently in a nursery or early years setting, and a recognised qualification in statutory staffing ratios.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: if you're interested in moving into a school or classroom support role.
Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2: strengthens your applications and is required for many Level 3 courses.
