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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Manchester – Greenheys Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Manchester. Classes run at Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. Over 18 weeks, you'll build a solid foundation in caring for children, covering child development, safeguarding, and the responsibilities involved in childcare settings. This free childcare course for adults is a practical starting point if you're considering work with children or young people. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.

Who this course is for

Refer to the website for course information.

Entry requirements

Check the website for information on course entry requirement.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the stages of child development and what children need at each stage.
  • You'll learn how to keep children safe, including basic safeguarding principles.
  • You'll explore the roles and responsibilities of people who work with children.
  • You'll develop awareness of health, hygiene, and wellbeing in childcare settings.
  • You'll learn how to support children's play and learning activities.
  • You'll understand how to communicate effectively with children and their families.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Greenheys Adult Learning Centre. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Greenheys Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker: support young people in community or school settings.
  • Nursery Assistant: assist with daily care and activities for young children.
  • Playworker: lead play sessions in after-school clubs or holiday schemes.
  • Childminder's Assistant: support a registered childminder in a home setting.
  • Early Years Volunteer: gain experience in nurseries or children's centres.
  • School Classroom Assistant: provide support to children in primary school settings.

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People's Workforce, which goes deeper into childcare practice and is recognised for entry-level roles in nurseries and schools. From there, a Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator is the qualification that counts toward statutory staffing ratios in early years settings. If you're drawn to working with older young people, a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Youth Work or Supporting Teaching and Learning is worth exploring.

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