NVQ3 In Childrens Care Learning And Development

NVQ

In Watford and Hemel Hempstead

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Description

  • Duration

    Flexible

Suitable for: You can use it to work as: a childminder. a daycare supervisor. a pre-school supervisor. a family support worker. a classroom assistant

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Hemel Hempstead (Hertfordshire)
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Marlowes, HP1 1HD

Start date

On request
Watford (Hertfordshire)
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Langley Road, WD17 4YH

Start date

On request

About this course

There are no formal entry qualifications but a reasonable standard of written English is required. The applicant will also need to have been working (either paid or voluntary) with children for at least 6 months before the start date, for a minimum of 18 hours a week. A reference or confirmation of current employment with children will be required, as well as a CRB check. Please note that childminders must care for at least three children (which cannot be their own) in order to be observed by the assessor.

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Course programme

Course suitability

You can use it to work as:
- a childminder
- a daycare supervisor
- a pre-school supervisor
- a family support worker
- a classroom assistant

If you are planning to move into a more managerial position or go to university, then the Level 3 CCLD is a well recognised qualification to achieve.

The course classes are fortnightly, except for the first three Induction Sessions which are weekly. In the second year there is a supported distance learning element.

Entry qualifications

There are no formal entry qualifications but a reasonable standard of written English is required. The applicant will also need to have been working (either paid or voluntary) with children for at least 6 months before the start date, for a minimum of 18 hours a week. A reference or confirmation of current employment with children will be required, as well as a CRB check. Please note that childminders must care for at least three children (which cannot be their own) in order to be observed by the assessor.

Information about the course

The Level 3 CCLD is an NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) for people who are working in childcare. It continues your professional development from Level 2 awards and acts as a stepping-stone in your career.
You can complete it if:
You are working in face-to-face roles with children, young people (aged 0-16 years) and families, either supervising others or working unsupervised.

Course content

The Level 3 CCLD is made up of 9 units – 5 mandatory units and 4 option units. You need to complete all 9 units to achieve the full certificate.

The mandatory units are:

CCLD 301 Develop and promote positive relationships
CCLD 302 Develop and maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for
children
CCLD 303 Promote children’s development
CCLD 304 Reflect on and develop practice
CCLD 305 Protect and promote children’s rights

The optional units that you choose should relate to your current work role. Further details about the optional units will be given at the interview.

Additionality

When will I receive my results?

Results will be forwarded on as soon as they are received at the college. Please note that certificates, where awarded, can take up to 4 months to be received at the college before forwarding on to learners.

Progression

When you complete the Level 3 CCLD, you may go on to take:

- CACHE Level 3 Certificate of Professional Development in Work with Children
and Young People (CPD)

- BTEC HNC In Advanced Practice In Work With Children And Families

- BTEC HND In Advanced Practice Work With Children And Families

- Early Years Foundation Degree (Sector Endorsed)

Additional information

Payment options: UK/EU Fee : £997.00 Overseas Fee : £2,271.00 Part-time enrolments are subject to an additional annual registration fee of £10 payable once only per academic year (exemptions may apply).

NVQ3 In Childrens Care Learning And Development

Price on request