Free Level 1 Child Development Course in Winsford. Classes run at Winsford Work Zone, daytime on a flexible schedule. The course runs over 4 days. You'll explore how children grow, learn, and develop, building a solid foundation for work in childcare and early years settings. This free child development course for adults is a practical starting point if you're considering a career working with children.
Who this course is for
Learners interested in a career related to Child Development
What you will learn
You'll explore the stages of child development from birth through early childhood.
You'll learn how children develop physically, emotionally, and socially.
You'll understand how play supports children's learning and growth.
You'll identify the key factors that influence a child's development.
You'll gain awareness of the roles adults play in supporting young children.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Winsford Work Zone over 4 days. You'll take part in group discussions and tutor-led sessions. Assessment is based on the work you complete during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Winsford Work Zone will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery assistant: supporting children's play and daily routines
Childminder's assistant: helping care for children in home settings
Playgroup helper: working with young children in community groups
After-school club assistant: supervising and engaging school-age children
Early years volunteer: gaining experience in nursery or pre-school settings
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Childcare or Early Years: the next step toward paid work in a nursery or early years setting.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: a fuller qualification that counts toward statutory staffing ratios in childcare settings.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and a route to senior early years roles.
