Introduction to Childcare Practice (Home-Based) Unit 1 Level 3 Diploma in Home based Childcare

Introduction to Childcare Practice (Home-Based) Unit 1 Level 3 Diploma in Home based Childcare
Care & Early Years

Qualification
Attendance
9.30am - 1.30pm over 3 Saturdays
Duration
12 Hours
Description of the Course
The course covers the basic issues relating to childminding practice and provides candidates with a recognised certificate which meets OFSTED requirements (now compulsory for childminders.) Successful completion of the ICP also allows students to continue their studies to achieve the full qualification in DHB childcare. This course also allows nannies to seek approval under the Childcare Approval Scheme.
Course content

· Keeping children safe
· Establishing routines
· Providing play and other activities
· Helping children to settle
· Managing childrens behaviour
· Inclusion and anti-bias practice
· Child protection
· Starting home based childcare service

Assessment
Who is the course for?
Candidates who wish to become registered Childminders and nannies who are seeking approval under the Childcare Approval Scheme.
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications are required. However. prospective childminders should register with a Local Early Years Partnership prior to commencement of this course and attend a pre registration briefing session.

Cost
Tuition Fee 75
Registration 30.75
Additional costs
£30 annual college registration fee
Start
Saturday 28th November 2009,Saturday 5th December 2009 & Saturday 12th December 2009. Exam date Saturday 16th January 2010
Course Code
DA5005