Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day. The course covers child development from birth to age five, personal development, healthy lifestyles, diet, and communication. You'll study a range of topics that build your understanding of caring for babies and young children. Entry requirements include three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and maths, plus a DBS check. The course runs for one year.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed to stimulate interest and encourage the learners� understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children. The qualification will cover a diverse range of units, giving core understanding of working with and caring for children aged from birth to 5 years and 11 months. The units cover both personal development and the development and growth of babies and young children. It will also explore the value of a healthy lifestyle and diet, communication and learning, aspects of play and importance of building children's' confidence. You will also be expected to complete work experience in a relevant early years placement.
Entry requirements
Achieve 3 GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and maths. Attend a taster day Complete associated diagnostic tasks Provide two positive references Successful completion of a Disclosure Baring Service (DBS) check.
What you will learn
You'll explore the development and growth of babies and young children from birth to five years and eleven months.
You'll learn about personal development and how it relates to working with young children.
You'll study the importance of healthy lifestyles and nutrition for young children.
You'll develop your understanding of communication when working with and caring for children.
You'll build core knowledge of the skills needed in childcare settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at City College Norwich. The course uses a mix of taught lessons and practical activities covering the units in the qualification. You'll complete a DBS check and attend a taster day before starting. Assessment is built into the course through the units you complete.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich 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 or creche
Youth Support Worker: working with children and young people in community settings
Early years helper: assisting qualified staff in early years settings
Playgroup assistant: supporting children's activities in play settings
What you could study next
A Level 1 childcare qualification opens the door to further study in early years and childcare.
Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Practice: the next step toward working more independently in childcare settings.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Required if you want to count in a nursery's qualified staff numbers.
T Level in Education and Childcare: a larger qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement.
