Free Level 1 Caring for Children Course in Bristol. Classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time during the day over 10 weeks. The course is an introduction to childcare, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work with children. You'll read handouts and book extracts, and complete written assignments, so you'll need literacy skills at Level 1. A genuine interest in working with children and basic IT skills are also required. You'll have an initial assessment before you start.
Who this course is for
This 55 hour course provides an introduction to childcare and leads to a BTEC Level 1 Award in Caring for Children.
Entry requirements
You must have good literacy skills assessed at Level 1 as the course requires you to read handouts and book extracts and to complete several assignments in written form.----Genuine interest in working with children--Good communication skills----Basic IT skills - you will need to access documents in electronic form and browse the internet
What you will learn
You'll explore the stages of child development and what children need at each stage.
You'll learn how to support children's health, safety, and wellbeing.
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with children and the adults who care for them.
You'll study the importance of play in children's learning and development.
You'll look at the roles and responsibilities of people who work with children.
You'll develop your understanding of safeguarding and how to keep children safe.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Ashley Down Centre during the day. Learning is through tutor-led sessions, reading handouts and book extracts, and group activities. Assessment is by written assignments completed during the course. You'll need to access documents electronically and use the internet as part of your study, so basic IT skills are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ashley Down 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 staff care for children under five.
Playworker: leading play activities in after-school or holiday clubs.
Childminder's assistant: supporting a registered childminder at home.
Early years helper: assisting in a reception class or nursery.
Family support worker: working with families and children in the community.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Childcare and Education: builds directly on this qualification and takes your knowledge further.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: a more in-depth qualification recognised for work in nurseries and early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and pre-school work, and a route into more senior roles.
