Gateway to Childcare

Gateway to Childcare
Centres:
The Muath Trust : City Academy Golden Hillock : Handsworth Campus :

Length:
1 Year

Attendance:
16 hours per week

Start date:
September

Times:
Daytime

Qualification:
CACHE Certificate in Preparation for Childcare

Course Content:
The course will give you an introduction to childcare. Topics covered are as follows. Pregnancy and the responsible parent; Caring for young children 1 to 3 years 11 months; Playing and learning in the home 0 to 3 years 11 months.

If you want to begin a career in childcare then this would be a good place to start. You'll study childcare units and also key skills such as communications, numeracy and computer skills. The course will develop your awareness of equal opportunities and also your practical childcare skills. You'll have regular tutorials to support you throughout the course. Successful students will achieve E3 qualifications in basic skills and childcare.

Progression:
Although progression is not automatic, successful students have progressed onto further CACHE qualifications in Early Years. Alternatively you may choose to consider GNVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent courses.

What's the next step?

If you are sure this is the right course for you, you can either:

• Complete an application form and return it to the Admissions Offices at either Handsworth Campus or Fordrough Campus
• Come along to one of our main enrolment sessions