Level 1 Childcare Course in Broxbourne. Classes run at Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children. You'll also work toward your English and maths qualifications alongside your childcare classes. No formal qualifications are needed to start. You'll complete work experience and meet employers from the sector.
Who this course is for
A career in Childcare can be very rewarding and can introduce you to opportunities where you are able to work with and support some of the most vulnerable individuals in our communities. This course will give you a good understanding of what skills and knowledge are needed to be successful in a career in the Health and Social Care sector.What makes Health and Social Care at HRC special?You will be taught by lecturers who have a real passion for this sectorOur lecturers have lots of experience in Childcare making them the best team to support you through your courseYou will complete work experience designed to help you understand the realities of a career in this sectorYou will meet different employers during your course with whom you can networkYou will contribute to fund-raising activities that will support your local communitiesDevelop your English and maths whilst studying a vocational course of your choiceWhat do our students say?"I started HRC with a low self-esteem and uncertainty about my future. Then at college doing a Health and Social Care course I began to find some confidence started building positive relationships with people and I gained some valuable work experience which I can now put on my CV. I was supported at college and had the opportunity to learn about subjects that interested me""I found this course so helpful in getting a head start. I wasn't very confident in my skills before I started but the tutors have been so supportive and now I'm ready to take on an Apprenticeship"
Entry requirements
To take on this course you will need: No formal qualifications but you must be willing to work towards achieving GCSE in English and mathsA successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS)To demonstrate your suitability to work with children and adults including showing empathy and an interest in helping others along with good communication and interpersonal skills If you would like help understanding our entry requirements give our Information Team a call on 01992 411411.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of how to care for and support young children.
You'll explore the skills needed to work in a childcare or early years setting.
You'll build your understanding of child development and wellbeing.
You'll complete work experience to see what a childcare career involves in practice.
You'll work toward your English and maths qualifications as part of your studies.
You'll develop communication and interpersonal skills relevant to working with children and families.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical work experience placements, and employer engagement activities. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed during the course. You'll also work toward English and maths qualifications alongside your main childcare studies. Class sizes are small, with tutor support throughout.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a completed Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting. Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: support young people in community or education settings.
Nursery Assistant: help care for children in a nursery environment.
Playworker: support children's play and activities in after-school or holiday clubs.
Childcare Assistant: assist qualified staff in early years or childcare settings.
Learning Support Assistant: support children with additional needs in school.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner: the natural next step after this course, building on your Level 1 childcare qualification and moving you closer to a career in early years.
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios. You'd typically need a Level 2 first.
Childcare Apprenticeship: combine work and study at Level 2 or Level 3 with an employer.
