Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College. This full-time daytime childcare course covers the foundations of caring for children, from child development to safeguarding and wellbeing. At 468 hours, it gives you substantial hands-on learning across the year. A level 1 childcare qualification is a solid starting point if you're heading into work with children or young people. NCFE Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children with certificate.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll explore how children grow and develop at different ages and stages.
You'll learn how to keep children safe, including basic safeguarding principles.
You'll study children's health, wellbeing, and nutritional needs.
You'll understand how to support children's play and learning activities.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children and their families.
You'll look at the roles and responsibilities of people who work with children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Francis St Calderdale College. Assessment is likely to include assignments, observations, and portfolio work that demonstrate your understanding of childcare practice. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in building evidence of your skills throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College 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 with daily care and activities in early years settings.
Playworker: running play sessions for children in after-school or holiday clubs.
Childminder's Assistant: supporting a registered childminder in a home setting.
Classroom Teaching Assistant: working alongside teachers with younger pupils.
Family Support Worker: helping families access services and care for children.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: the next step toward working in a nursery or pre-school in a recognised childcare role.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: useful if you want to move into a school-based role as a teaching assistant.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and the route to greater responsibility in early years settings.
