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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Castleford

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Castleford. Classes run at Castleford College, full-time during the day. You'll build knowledge of how to support the care and education of babies and young children in nurseries and schools. The course covers topics including child growth and development, learning through play, and healthy eating for families. Work placement opportunities are available alongside classroom study. The course typically takes one month to complete. No formal entry requirements.

Who this course is for

This study programme is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to support the care and education of babies and young children in a day nursery or school.

The programme is aimed at learners who are thinking of working in childcare either in a nursery or a school or who are aiming to progress into higher education to complete an early years or primary education degree.

Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all Levels.

Your learning will take place through a wide range of activities including written assignments (including leaflet and poster making), practical activities, discussions, visiting speakers, tutor presentations, group work, workshops, creating materials and resources, and practical experience in both the classroom and if appropriate within an Early Years setting.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how babies and young children grow and develop
  • You'll learn how play supports children's learning and development
  • You'll study healthy eating and nutrition for families
  • You'll understand how to use technology appropriately with young children
  • You'll develop knowledge of how to support children's care and education in nursery and school settings
  • You'll prepare for next steps in childcare or early years education

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom through a range of activities including written assignments, leaflet and poster making, group work, discussions, workshops, and tutor presentations. You may also gain practical experience in an early years setting through work placement. Assessment includes producing leaflets, answering questions, and completing presentation and practical tasks in the classroom. Visiting speakers and hands-on activities are also part of how the course is delivered.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Castleford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supporting children's play and daily routines
  • Childcare worker: caring for young children in a nursery setting
  • Early years helper: assisting in a school reception or pre-school
  • Playgroup assistant: supporting activities for young children
  • Crèche worker: providing childcare in community or leisure settings

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner: the next step toward working more independently in a nursery or early years setting
  • Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and a route toward higher education in early years or primary education
  • A degree in Early Childhood Studies or Primary Education: for those aiming toward a graduate-level career in education or early years
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