CACHE Foundation Award in Caring for Children
Vocational qualification
In London
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
This introductory course will enable you to develop the basic skills and knowledge in caring for children and includes some work experience
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
Four GCSEs at grade E or above including English or,
An Entry Level 4 vocational qualification and,
Two satisfactory references, one of which should provide satisfactory evidence of the ,
two weeks group experience with children aged under seven,
Medical clearance.,
Disclosure of criminal background / police check, ,
Reviews
Course programme
CACHE Foundation Award in Caring for Children
Quick Facts
Course Code
HS4010A09
Start
07/09/2009
Course Level
Level 1
Days/Time
DAY
Course Length
1 year
Where is the course? Centre for Health, Social and Child Care (Marlborough Building, 383 Holloway Road, London N7 0RN)
What is this course about? This introductory course will enable you to develop the basic skills and knowledge in caring for children and includes some work experience
Who is this course for? We welcome applications from people over 16 who have a genuine interest in child care and a suitable personality for this very demanding work. Caring for children demands great sensitivity and compassion. We therefore seek mature candidates aged 16 or over, and welcome members of both sexes, since men are under-represented in this area of work
What do I need to get on the course?
· Four GCSEs at grade E or above including English or
An Entry Level 4 vocational qualification and
Two satisfactory references, one of which should provide satisfactory evidence of the
two weeks group experience with children aged under seven
Medical clearance.
Disclosure of criminal background / police check
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What will I study? You will attend College and a work placement to prepare you to work in a supervised role competently, safely and effectively with children from birth to age 16. Your placement will be carefully selected and will provide practical experience in nurseries and schools
The course introduces you to working with children in child care, education and playwork. You will study
Personal development
Human growth and development
Food and nutrition
Health and safety
Care of children
Play and practical activities
Orientation to work
A minimum of 15 days work experience
, Assessment is through unit assignments and a multiple choice question paper. ,
What qualification will I get? Foundation Award in Caring for Children Level 1 (CACHE - Council for Awards in Children¿s Care and Education).
What can I do after the course? On completion, you can progress on to further training at Level 2, such as the Certificate in Child Care and Education, NVQ Early Years Care and Education or BTEC First Diploma in Health and Social Care.
How do I get on the course? View full details on how to apply here
How much does the course cost? Home Students:
£ 1293
CACHE Foundation Award in Caring for Children