Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Holloway Campus, full-time during the day. You'll build the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children from birth to age five. The course also supports those with English as an additional language, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. It runs for 36 weeks. No previous qualifications are needed; all applicants have an interview and assessment first.
Who this course is for
The study programme introduces you to the skills and knowledge required to work with young children.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including GCSE English Language and MathsAn Enhanced DBS checkA reference from your previous school/collegeAll applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to support the care and development of young children from birth to five years eleven months.
You'll develop practical skills for working with young children in early years settings.
You'll understand how to keep children safe and promote their wellbeing.
You'll explore child development and how children learn through play.
You'll build knowledge of working with families and supporting parenting skills.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to childcare environments.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Capital City College Holloway Campus, attending full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, practical activities, and coursework. All applicants complete an interview and initial assessment before starting, so the course can be tailored to your needs. The course runs for 36 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Holloway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery assistant: supporting children's play and daily care in nurseries.
Teaching assistant: helping teachers in primary school classrooms.
Childminder: caring for young children in a home setting.
Playworker: running play activities in after-school or holiday clubs.
Educational support assistant: working with children who need extra help.
Residential childcare worker: supporting children in residential care settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: the next step toward working in a recognised childcare role in nurseries and early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification required for senior roles in nurseries and statutory staffing ratios.
Functional Skills English and Maths: useful alongside or after this course if you want to strengthen your English or maths for further study or work.
