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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Hinckley – Workpays Hinckley

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 Hinckley. Classes run at Workpays Hinckley. You'll build the knowledge and understanding needed to work in a childcare setting, covering the types of roles, day-to-day tasks, and how to work effectively in this environment. The course runs during the day and takes around 60 hours to complete. An understanding of English at Level 1 is helpful; you don't need a formal qualification to enrol. This free childcare course for adults is a practical starting point for anyone moving toward nursery or childcare work.

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 different types of childcare roles and what they involve day to day.
  • You'll learn what's expected of someone working in a childcare environment.
  • You'll understand how to work effectively and professionally within a childcare setting.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the responsibilities involved in supporting children's care and wellbeing.
  • You'll develop an understanding of how childcare settings are organised and how teams work together.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Hinckley. Study is flexible and takes place during the day. Assessment is based on the knowledge and understanding you build throughout the course. Your tutor will confirm the exact assessment methods before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Hinckley 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 assistant: working in a nursery, creche, or playgroup
  • Playworker: leading activities in after-school or holiday clubs
  • Early years helper: assisting qualified staff in a nursery setting
  • Crèche worker: providing supervised childcare in leisure or community venues

What you could study next

A Level 1 childcare qualification is a stepping stone toward further study. You could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Childcare, which covers more of the practical and theoretical skills needed in a nursery role. From there, a Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and opens the door to roles with greater responsibility.

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