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Free Level 1 Childcare Course in Redditch – Workpays Redditch

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 Redditch. Classes run at Workpays Redditch. You'll need a good understanding of English at Level 1 to join; you don't need a formal qualification to prove it. The course covers the knowledge and understanding needed to work in childcare, including the types of roles and tasks involved and how to work effectively in a childcare setting. At 60 hours, it fits around daytime availability with flexible study. A free childcare course for adults looking to take their first step toward nursery or early years 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 types of roles and tasks involved in childcare work.
  • You'll learn what it means to work effectively in a childcare environment.
  • You'll develop knowledge of child development and the needs of young children.
  • You'll understand how to support children's learning and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding and keeping children safe.
  • You'll gain an understanding of communication with children, families, and colleagues.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Redditch, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is knowledge-focused, covering childcare theory and workplace practice. Assessment is through written tasks and assignments that test your understanding of the topics covered. No practical placement is required at this level.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supporting practitioners in an early years setting.
  • Childcare assistant: helping with daily care and activities for young children.
  • Playgroup helper: supporting play and learning in community settings.
  • After-school club assistant: supervising and engaging children aged 4 to 11.
  • Crèche worker: providing short-stay childcare in leisure or community venues.
  • Early years volunteer: building experience in nurseries or children's centres.

What you could study next

This level 1 childcare qualification is a starting point. From here, you could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Early Years Education and Childcare, which is the level most entry-level paid roles in nurseries require. A Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification is recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and is the qualification to aim for if you want to count toward a room's qualified staff numbers.

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