Free Level 2 Childcare Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College, full-time during the day. The course covers child development, safeguarding, and how to support children and young people in care settings. It typically takes one year to complete. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. A free childcare course for adults and school leavers alike, this is a solid route into working with children and young people.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll explore child development from birth through to adolescence.
You'll learn how to keep children safe, including safeguarding principles and procedures.
You'll understand how to support children's play, learning, and communication.
You'll study the roles and responsibilities of those working in childcare settings.
You'll learn how to support children's health, wellbeing, and personal care needs.
You'll develop an understanding of working with families and other professionals.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that you build up over the year. There is no formal written exam. Your work is assessed against the qualification standards set by NCFE.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: support young people in community or residential settings.
Nursery Assistant: help care for and educate children in early years settings.
Playworker: plan and supervise play activities for children.
Residential Childcare Worker: provide care for children in residential homes.
Teaching Assistant: support children's learning in a school environment.
Family Support Worker: help families access services and develop parenting skills.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and early years work. The natural next step if you want to work directly with under-fives.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare: for those aiming to work in residential settings with children and young people.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role within childcare or youth work.
