Diploma in Childcare and Education

Diploma in Childcare and Education
Course Description
The full level 3 Diploma is delivered over a two year period and is comprised of two separate levels. In year one you will study the level 3 Certifiacte in Childcare & Education and then in year two you will study the level 3 Diploma.

Entry Requirements
At least 5 GCSEs at Grade C, one of which must be English. Or Level 2 skills/craft qualification (eg NVQ 2 or relevant work experience).

Modules Studied:

• An introduction to working with children
• Development from conception to age 16 years
• Supporting children
• Keeping children safe
• Principles underpinning the role of the practitoner working with children
• Promoting a healthy environmnet for children
• Play and learning in children's education
• Caring for children

Awarding Body: CACHE

Level: L3

Duration: 2 years

Attendance Modes: Day

Assessment: For the Certificate you will complete 5 unit assessment tasks and one short answer test. For the Diploma you will complete 12 unit assessment tasks and one external research task.

Progression Routes: On full completion of the level 3 Diploma you can progress onto a range of Higher Education Courses.You may also be able to seek a diverse range of employment opportunities within Children's Services.

Costs: Contact college for fees

Campus: Kirkby