Children's Care, Learning & Development Apprenticeship Level 2

Children's Care, Learning & Development Apprenticeship Level 2.

About the Course
Study Mode
Apprenticeship

Introduction Apprenticeships are the current recommended way for young people to gain the skills and knowledge required to work with children. They offer on and off the job training i.e. learning practical skills in a childcare setting; working towards a nationally recognised qualification with Stratford-upon-Avon college.

Course Units Start Dates: Throughout the year

NVQ Level 2 Childrens Care, Learning & Development
The course consists of 7 units to complete - evidence obtained from the workplace by observation, witness testimonials, etc and your completed work from all other elements of this apprenticeship.

Mandatory units:
· Contribute to positive working relationships
· Help to keep Children safe
· Support Children's development
· Use support to develop own practice in children's care, learning and development
· Prepare and maintain environments to meet children's needs
· Support children's play and learning
· Contribute to the effectiveness of teams

Certificate Children's Learning and Development
This covers the underpinning knowledge, values and principles for the above NVQ and is delivered in college. There are 4 units as detailed below and these are assessed by three internally marked assignments and one multiple choice question paper.

· Principles and Values underpinning the Care, Learning and Development Sector
· Supporting the Provision of Safe and Effective Childcare Environments
· Supporting Children and Young Person's Development
· Supporting Children's Play and Learning

Paediatric First Aid
This is a 12 hour course covering all areas of first aid in relation to children as required by Ofsted

ERR- Employer Rights and Responsibilities
This is to help you understand your rights and responsibilities and those of others within the workplace. This will be achieved by undertaking the CWDC (Children's Workforce Development Council) Induction Standards which are required by all workers new to childcare and are based on the policies and procedures of your workplace. Work to evidence these standards will take place at college during your first few weeks, then be completed as soon as possible in your workplace.

Key Skills
· Application of Number Level 1
· Communication Skills Level 1

Food Safety Level 2
This is an additional qualification we are offering as we feel it is essential when you will be preparing and handling food within your workplace. It will provide you with the essential information on hygiene and safety when preparing and handling food. It is a six hour course and there is a multiple choice question paper at the end fo the course to enable you to achieve.

Duration 9 Months to 1 Year.

Tuition Fees(Cost) Cost : Free

Progression Route Level 3 Childrens Care, Learning & Development

Other Information Get Ready for Work Level 1
This is a 30 hour course involving 5 modules. Some will be delivered in the classroom whilst the rest will be completed online. This will be completed during your first few weeks in college to prepare you for your time in a childcare setting.

· Module 1 Developing your Skills
· Module 2 Developing your Personal Qualities
· Module 3 Desearching Jobs and Preparing for Interviews
· Module 4 Handling Interviews and Starting Workk
· Module 5 Approaches to Work and Health and Safety Skills