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FullTime Foundation Award in Caring for Children
Vocational qualification
Inhouse
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
1 Year
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding in caring for children. It is an ideal programme for those who have not yet achieved qualifications and would like to start a career in childcare. Students are required to attend college for 4 days each week when they will study the holistic aspects of childcare. Practical placement training is provided for one week per term. The Welsh.
About this course
Satisfactory interview, reference and enhanced CRB check.
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Subjects
- IT
Course programme
CACHE
Course Content
The course provides a basic knowledge and understanding in caring for children. It is an ideal programme for those who have not yet achieved qualifications and would like to start a career in childcare. Students are required to attend college for 4 days each week when they will study the holistic aspects of childcare. Practical placement training is provided for one week per term. The Welsh Baccalaurete and CLAIT Diploma are also studied as part of this programme.
Course Features
1 year course
Nationally recognised award
Welsh Baccalaureate / CLAIT Diploma studied
Basic First Aid
Food Hygiene
3 weeks' practical placement training
Career Prospects and Progression
Students who successfully complete the course may be eligible to progress to the Award / Certificate / Diploma in Childcare and Education (Level 2) or other equivalent training programmes.
Modules
Unit 1 Personal Development Unit 2 Human Growth and Development from Birth to Old Age Unit 3 Food and Nutrition Unit 4 Health and Safety Practices in Home and Group Settings Unit 5 Care of Children Unit 6 Play and Practical Activities Unit 7 Orientation to Work Programme
Method of Assessment
The course is based on continuous assessment. Each unit is assessed through assignments and students will also complete a Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) paper at the end of the year.
Course Length
1 year
Time of Delivery
Daytime
Campus
Ammanford Campus
Bilingual Provision
Students can use Welsh with their tutor and submit assignments in Welsh
Entry Requirements
Satisfactory interview, reference and enhanced CRB check.
Full-time or Part-time
FullTime
FullTime Foundation Award in Caring for Children