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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Corby – Workpays Corby

CostFREE
Duration60 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 need a good understanding of English at Level 1 to join, but you don't need a formal qualification to apply. The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in a childcare setting, including the types of roles, day-to-day tasks, and how to work effectively with children. It runs over 60 hours with flexible daytime childcare classes.

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 at Level 1, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the types of jobs and tasks involved in childcare roles.
  • You'll learn what it means to work effectively in a childcare environment.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how childcare settings operate day to day.
  • You'll understand the responsibilities involved in supporting children's care and wellbeing.
  • You'll build awareness of professional standards expected in childcare work.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Workpays Corby, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is delivered through taught sessions covering childcare knowledge and workplace understanding. Assessment is based on the units covered during the course. The centre will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.

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, creche, or playgroup
  • Early years helper: assisting qualified staff in a childcare setting
  • After-school club assistant: supporting children outside school hours
  • Playworker: organising activities for children in play settings

What you could study next

A Level 1 childcare qualification is a starting point. From here, you could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Childcare or Early Years, which carries more weight with employers. Level 3 Early Years Educator is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, so progressing through the levels opens up more responsibility and better-paid roles.

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