Childrens Care, Learning and Development BTEC First Certificate
BTEC
In Lewes
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Lewes
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Duration
1 Year
This course consists of three units of study - Understanding Childrens Development, Keeping Children Safe and Communication with Children and Adults. You will have to complete 60 hours of work placement experience, in a childcare setting.
Important information
Government funding available
Facilities
Location
Start date
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About this course
There are no set entry requirements; however a D in GCSE English would be preferred. Also subject to interview. Students should be at least 16 years of age and must be enthusiastic about working with children.
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Course programme
Childrens Care, Learning and Development BTEC First Certificate
Subject category:
Childcare and Health and Social Care
What will I study?
This course consists of three units of study - Understanding Childrens Development, Keeping Children Safe and Communication with Children and Adults. You will have to complete 60 hours of work placement experience, in a childcare setting.
Duration:
One year
Do I need any additional qualifications/ skills?
This course can be taken as part of the GCSE Plus Programme
How will I be assessed?
This is assessed through written assignments, there is no exam.
What can I do afterwards?
If you achieve a distinction grade, you may choose to continue in full-time education and progress onto a Level 3 course in Childcare or Health & Social Care. Alternatively, on successful completion of this course, you will have a range of career and employment options open to you, for example as a classroom or nursery assistant.
Are there any additional costs involved?
We require you to complete a Criminal Records Bureau check. Staff at the College will provide guidance for completion of the form. Learners will need to provide evidence of identity, passport, driving licence or birth certificate etc. There will be an initial cost of approximately £70, to cover the CRB check, a text book and a college T-shirt (to be worn on placement).
Location:
Lewes 6th Form College
Childrens Care, Learning and Development BTEC First Certificate