Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Newport. Classes run at Isle of Wight College. This full-time daytime course runs for one year and covers the foundations of caring for children. You'll explore child development, safeguarding, and the skills needed to support children in early years and youth settings. It also provides a route back into learning for those looking to enter the childcare workforce. The course builds on Entry Level childcare study and prepares you for further training or entry-level roles.
Who this course is for
This is the progression route for those students who have completed Entry Level childcare. This qualification is suitable for you if you are considering a career in caring for children. It can also support you with re-engaging with learning and break down barriers to you entering the childcare workforce.
Entry requirements
View The Isle of Wight College's standard entry requirements for full-time college courses
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 safeguarding principles.
You'll understand how to support children's play and learning activities.
You'll develop communication skills for working with children and families.
You'll learn about health, hygiene, and nutrition in childcare settings.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of childcare workers.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Isle of Wight College, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment is through coursework, observations, and assignments completed over the year. There is no formal written exam. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight 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: working in day nurseries or crèches
Playworker: leading activities in after-school or holiday clubs
Youth support worker: helping young people in community settings
Early years helper: assisting qualified staff in nursery settings
Classroom support assistant: supporting children in school environments
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner: the next step toward working directly with children in a nursery setting, and a requirement for many entry-level childcare roles.
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, needed to take on greater responsibility in an early years setting.
Level 2 Diploma in Playwork: a route into structured play and youth work roles.
