Level 1 Early Years Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Rush Green Campus, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee discounts, exemptions, and grants may be available. Contact the centre to find out what you'd pay. The course runs for around 30 hours in total, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll gain an introduction to working in early years settings, covering the basics of childcare practice and child development. This level 1 early years qualification is a starting point for anyone looking to move into nursery or childcare work.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll explore the role of adults working in early years settings.
You'll learn about the basic needs of young children.
You'll develop an understanding of child development in the early years.
You'll look at how to support children's play and learning.
You'll gain awareness of health, safety, and safeguarding in childcare environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rush Green Campus. Assessment is likely to include short written tasks and observations of your understanding. The centre will confirm the full assessment approach when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner - support children's learning and daily care
Nursery assistant - help in a nursery or pre-school setting
Childcare assistant - work in a day nursery or creche
Playgroup assistant - support children's play in community settings
Early years volunteer - gain experience before paid employment
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Practice - the next step toward working as a qualified nursery practitioner in a paid role.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - a fuller qualification that meets requirements for working in statutory staffing ratios.
Level 3 Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in nursery staffing ratios for a senior room role.
