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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Bournemouth – Shoots Training Bournemouth

CostFREE
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Shoots Training Bournemouth, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You'll cover the foundations of working with children, including communication, child development, and safe practice. A DBS check may be needed for any work placement element. The course takes around 6 months on a flexible, daytime basis. A level 1 childcare qualification gives you a solid starting point before moving on to further study.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for young people aged 16–19, or up to age 24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), who are interested in working with children and want to build the basic skills and knowledge needed to progress into the childcare sector.

It is particularly suitable for those who are not yet ready for a Level 2 qualification and would benefit from a supportive introduction to childcare. Learners will develop confidence, communication skills, and an understanding of working with children in a safe and supportive environment.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, learners should have a genuine interest in working with children and be willing to develop their English and maths skills.

A DBS check may be required for work placement, along with a commitment to attend both online sessions and placement.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how children grow and develop in their early years.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children and the adults around them.
  • You'll understand the importance of safeguarding and keeping children safe.
  • You'll develop awareness of health, hygiene, and safe environments for children.
  • You'll build knowledge of the roles and responsibilities involved in childcare settings.
  • You'll practise the English and maths skills relevant to working with children.

How you will learn

Learning is blended. You'll complete online study in your own time alongside daytime sessions at Shoots Training Bournemouth. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams. A work placement may also form part of the course, for which a DBS check will be required. You'll need to commit to both the online and in-person elements to complete the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Shoots Training Bournemouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant - supporting qualified staff in early years settings
  • Playworker - working with children in play and leisure environments
  • Childminder's assistant - helping in a registered home childcare setting
  • Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in community or school settings
  • After-school club assistant - supervising and engaging children outside school hours
  • Early years volunteer - gaining experience in nurseries or children's centres

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Childcare and Education - the natural next step after this Award, covering more in-depth childcare practice and theory.
  • Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - a fuller qualification that can count toward staffing ratios in early years settings.
  • Level 3 Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and pre-school work, and a route toward leading a room.
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