Childcare and Education CACHE Award / Certificate / Diploma Level 2

Course Code:
CR2MCCE7

What will I learn?
This course is recognised in the childcare sector as the basic qualification for work as an assistant, and can be used to apply for jobs in a range of settings e.g. nurseries, pre-schools. It covers all aspects of working with children, including supporting play and learning, children's development, equal opportunities; the role of the childcare worker; health and safety, working with parents, providing safe and secure environments and professional skills. Practical activities and tasks undertaken in these settings link theory to practice. You also study Key Skills in Communications and ICT and learn the basics of a modern foreign language from the local community (Spanish or Turkish) and have an opportunity to try out different creative activities.

How will I be taught?
You have a mixture of group activities, discussions, some lectures and practical activities. You complete practical training of a minimum 65 days in a range of childcare settings as part of your course. Typically this means 35 days in a nursery and 30 days in a school reception or year 1 class.

How will I be assessed?
You are assessed through a mixture of assignments and portfolio tasks, with a multiple choice test. You must achieve a Pass for your work experience from the placement supervisor.

What could I do next?
With an overall Grade B or better, you can apply for the Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Childcare and Education,. You could gain employment as an assistant in nurseries, schools, or early years' centres.

Option 1
Option 1
Starts: September 2009
Ends: July 2010

Course length: 1 year

Location: Enfield Site

Option 2
Option 2
Starts: September 2009
Ends: July 2010

Course length: 36 weeks per year, 1 year

Study hours: 13 over 2 days per week

Tuition fee: £1040

Exam fee: £94

Materials fee: £33

Location: Tottenham Site

Option 3
Option 3
Starts: September 2009
Ends: July 2010

Course length: 36 weeks per year, 1 year

Study hours: 13 over 2 days per week

Tuition fee: £1361

Exam fee: £99

Materials fee: £34

Location: Tottenham Site