CACHE Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 3 in Childcare and Education

Vocational qualification

In Newport

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Newport

  • Duration

    2 Years

Facilities

Location

Start date

Newport (Isle of Wight)
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College, Medina Way,, PO30 5TA

Start date

On request

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Course programme

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Interview and 5 GCSEs grade C or above in written subjects, one of which must be English. Alternatively, the Certificate in Childcare and Education at Distinction level would be required.

Progression. This is an advanced level course. Achievement at grade "EAA" attracts 360 UCAS points (equivalent to 3 A levels) and direct entry to University.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
This course is for those with a genuine interest in children and a desire to be involved with their development and education.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
College classes provide the knowledge and understanding to build confidence and make the best of the very extensive work placements with children aged between birth -15 yrs 11 months.

Units of work studied in the first year are:

An Introduction to Working with Children

Multiple choice question paper

Development from Conception to age 16 years

Supporting Children

Keeping Children Safe

The Principles Underpinning the Role of the Practitioner working with Children

External assessment: short answer test based on a seen case study

Units of work studied in the second year are:

Promoting a Healthy Environment for Children

Play and Learning in Children's Education

Caring for Children

Development of Professional Skills within Children's Education (placement folder)

3 optional units

External assessment: research task

Students should expect to spend a considerable amount of the course in real working environments. These include placements in settings such as Early Years Centres, day nurseries, baby units, preschools, primary schools and middle schools (also high school if a student particularly requests experience within this age group)

It is essential that Childcare and Education Workers have a genuine interest in children. It is an advantage to be patient, reliable, flexible, cheerful, and enthusiastic and in addition have a sense of humour! Candidates should be able to use their own initiative with a commitment to equal opportunities.

HOW WILL I LEARN?
Students will learn through;
  • Task-based Learning
  • Workshops and class/group discussions
  • Placement experience
  • Assignments
  • Practical tasks
Study will be split between three days at a work placement, which will vary throughout the Course, and two full days at College. Students are encouraged to work independently using the excellent ILT facilities available at the College's Learning Resource Centre. A few personal books will be essential for studying.

Students will be assessed by assignments throughout their Course. Candidates work experience will also be continuously monitored and assessed. There will be three different types of tests held at specific times throughout the Course.

The Key Skills delivered on this Course are Communication and Information Communication Technology.

WHAT CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO?
Progression to further training could include:

Childcare Work (eg nursery supervisor, teaching assistants, nanny, children's nurse)

QTS for Teacher Training

Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies

Relevant HE Degree Courses (nursing, social work etc)

Nursing Training

Potential careers: Teaching assistant, a school special needs worker; assistant in a children's ward, neonatal unit; Camp America or Euro Camp assistant; child minder; Family Centre; Nanny in U.K and abroad; nursery assistant leading to managing a nursery or crche; play leader, private crches; Ski Nanny and Cruise Liner Nanny; working with children through holiday companies. Whilst going on to Higher Education and completing a relevant degree, careers could be developed in the fields of Education, Welfare or Nursing.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A police check will be carried out on all applicants and candidates must provide two closed references.

Students will be advised to purchase items for themselves:

Enrolment fee £30 Lockers £5.00

Art/Craft materials for class course work £25.00 (from College)

Placement uniform £40.00 (approx) (ordered from College)

Books for course £70.00 (approximate price and ordered from College) and teambuilding trip £40.00

(these prices are subject to change)

Payment must be made on enrolment

Type of Study :: Course Duration :: Course reference number :: Start Date :: Tutorial Fees :: Material Fees :: Exam Fees
full time 2 years CH777 September 2010 TBC TBC TBC

CACHE Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 3 in Childcare and Education

Price on request