Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. Full-time daytime study over one year gives you a solid grounding in caring for children. You'll cover child development, safeguarding, and the basics of supporting children's wellbeing. This level 1 childcare qualification suits those taking their first steps into the sector. Check the college website for the latest entry requirements; an initial assessment will confirm the course is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of child development and how children grow and learn.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore how to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of those who work with children.
You'll develop an understanding of play and how it supports children's learning.
You'll gain awareness of communication skills used when working with children and families.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at The Sheffield College, with a mix of taught sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that demonstrate your understanding of caring for children. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in completing your assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College 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: help care for and supervise young children in a nursery.
Playworker: plan and lead play activities for children in after-school or holiday clubs.
Childcare Assistant: support qualified staff in a daycare or childminding setting.
Learning Support Assistant: assist children with their learning in a school environment.
Family Support Worker: work alongside families to support children's wellbeing.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Childcare: the natural next step, covering more detailed childcare practice.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner: a broader qualification that opens doors to working in nurseries and early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and the route toward becoming a qualified early years educator.
