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Level 3 Residential Childcare Course in Derby

Cost£2,882.00
Duration52 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyBIIAB
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About this course

Level 3 Residential Childcare Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College Hudson Building, part-time during the day. You need to be working in a residential childcare role to join this course. It is designed for people already in the sector who want to confirm their occupational competence at Level 3. The course runs over 52 weeks. Roles it applies to include residential childcare worker, support worker, residential childcare officer, and childcare practitioner. This level 3 residential childcare qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively and flexibly in the sector.

Who this course is for

This qualification has been designed to allow learners to obtain and then demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to work effectively and flexibly within the residential childcare sector at Level 3. The primary purpose of the qualification is to confirm occupational competence and, as such, you must be working in an appropriate role in the sector.

Entry requirements

You need to be working in an appropriate role in the sector.The qualification is designed specifically for those working in residential childcare and is applicable to a variety of roles, for example: Residential Childcare WorkerSupport Worker – Residential ChildcareResidential Childcare OfficerChildcare Practitioner

What you will learn

  • You'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to work competently in residential childcare settings.
  • You'll learn how to support the wellbeing and development of children and young people in residential care.
  • You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to apply them in your role.
  • You'll learn how to work within relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
  • You'll develop skills in communication and building relationships with children, young people, and colleagues.
  • You'll demonstrate your ability to work flexibly and effectively across a range of residential childcare situations.

How you will learn

This is a competence-based qualification, so assessment takes place in your workplace. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your day-to-day practice. Classroom sessions at Derby College Hudson Building support your learning alongside the work-based evidence. Assessment is ongoing throughout the 52 weeks rather than through a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Derby College Hudson Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Residential childcare worker: support children and young people in care homes
  • Support worker in residential childcare: day-to-day care and wellbeing support
  • Residential childcare officer: lead practitioner role in residential settings
  • Childcare practitioner: broader children's services and care roles
  • Key worker in children's residential home: dedicated support for individual young people
  • Team leader in residential care: supervise staff and coordinate care plans

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare: the next step if you want to move into a management or senior practitioner role in a residential setting.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Residential Childcare: a stepping stone toward senior or supervisory responsibilities.
  • Social work degree or postgraduate qualification: for those looking to move into qualified social work roles with children and families.
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