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Level 1 Childcare Course in Blackpool – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Childcare Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, full-time over one year. If you're 18 or under, fees do not apply. If you're 19 to 23 years old, fees may apply depending on your circumstances. This childcare qualification covers how young children grow, learn, and develop. You'll build the knowledge and skills needed to care for children in a range of settings. The course runs three days a week during the day.

Who this course is for

This qualification encourages an understanding of the knowledge and the skills needed to care for young children. They cover children's growth, learning and development

Entry requirements

Commitment to study three days a week, motivation to study the subjectA successful discussion with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyGood communication skillsHardworking approach toward the industry

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how young children grow and develop physically and emotionally.
  • You'll explore how children learn at different stages.
  • You'll develop the skills needed to support children's day-to-day care.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children and their families.
  • You'll study safe and supportive environments for young children.
  • You'll build an understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Bispham Campus three days a week. Learning is tutor-led, with discussion and independent study. Assessment is based on your coursework and demonstrated understanding of the subject. You'll need to show commitment to study and the ability to work independently. A tutor discussion takes place before you start to confirm the course is the right fit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant. Support children's care and play in a nursery setting.
  • Childcare worker. Day-to-day care for young children in various settings.
  • Youth support worker. Work with young people in community or education settings.
  • Playworker. Lead play activities for children in after-school or holiday clubs.
  • Early years helper. Assist qualified staff in an early years classroom.
  • Creche assistant. Care for young children in a supervised creche environment.

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Childcare, which takes your knowledge further and opens more roles in nurseries and early years settings. From there, a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification is the standard required for senior roles in statutory childcare staffing ratios. You could also explore a Level 2 Youth Work qualification if working with older children interests you.

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