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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Coventry – Workpays Coventry

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 Coventry. Classes run at Workpays Coventry. You'll build knowledge of childcare roles, responsibilities, and how to work effectively in a childcare setting. The course covers the types of tasks involved in day-to-day childcare work and what employers expect. A good understanding of English is helpful; you don't need a prior qualification to enrol. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs during the day and takes around 198 hours to complete.

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 responsibilities involved in childcare work.
  • You'll learn what employers expect from people working in childcare settings.
  • You'll understand how to work effectively within a childcare environment.
  • You'll develop knowledge of child development and the needs of young children.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and keeping children safe.
  • You'll understand the importance of communication with children, families, and colleagues.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Workpays Coventry during the day. Learning is flexible, so the schedule can fit around your availability. You'll be assessed through written assignments and practical tasks that test your knowledge of childcare roles and settings. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Coventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: support qualified staff in a nursery setting.
  • Childcare assistant: help with daily care and activities for young children.
  • Playgroup helper: assist in community play and early learning sessions.
  • After-school club assistant: supervise and support children outside school hours.
  • Creche worker: provide short-term childcare in leisure or community venues.

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, which goes deeper into child development and practice. A Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and is the goal for many people who begin with a free childcare course for adults at Level 1.

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