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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Corby – Workpays Corby

CostFREE
Duration198 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Corby. Classes run at Workpays Corby. You'll build knowledge of childcare roles, daily tasks, and how to work effectively in a childcare setting. The course covers the understanding needed to move into a nursery or childcare environment. At 198 hours, it's a solid daytime commitment that gives you a real grounding before stepping into work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 1 childcare qualification is the right starting point for you.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to work in a childcare role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in childcare as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the childcare industry in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the types of roles and tasks involved in childcare work.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how childcare settings operate day to day.
  • You'll learn how to work effectively within a childcare environment.
  • You'll understand the responsibilities involved in supporting children's wellbeing.
  • You'll gain awareness of safeguarding and the duty of care in childcare roles.
  • You'll build understanding of communication and teamwork in a childcare setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Corby, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is knowledge-based, covering your understanding of childcare roles, environments, and working practices. Your progress will be assessed through written tasks and tutor-led activities during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Corby 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 a nursery, crèche, or after-school club
  • Playworker: leading activities for children in play settings
  • Classroom support assistant: helping in early years school settings
  • Creche attendant: supervising children in short-stay childcare
  • After-school club assistant: supporting children outside school hours

What you could study next

A free childcare course at Level 1 is a stepping stone toward further study. You could move on to a Level 2 Certificate in Childcare or Early Years, which takes you closer to a nursery practitioner role. From there, a Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Some learners also progress to a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in English or Maths alongside their childcare training.

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