Childcare - Level 1

All applicants will need to have two GCSEs Grade D - G, or an Entry 3 qualification, a successful interview and be able to provide suitable references. You also need to have enthusiasm and an interest in working with children 0 - 16 years.

You will be studying a range of topics including:

• Children’s play and leisure activities in the community
• Growth and development of young children
• Healthy eating for families
• Listening to and talking with a young child
• Respecting and valuing children
• You will also study Functional skills in English and Maths
• You will undertake 3 weeks or 111 hours of work experience

You will attend College for three days a week. During the course you will put together personal action plans, assignments and work on a portfolio of work.

On successful completion of the Level 1 Award/Certificate in Caring for Children, the most common progression route is for students to apply to move on to the Level 2 Childcare course.