Preparation for Childcare Cache Entry Level

Course Overview
Although this award is not a licence to practice it is a useful basic introduction if you are thinking of a career in childcare. Successful students may be able to progress to Level 1 childcare in the following year.

Course Structure
The programme is delivered over one year and consists of 3 units:

• Pregnancy and the Responsible Parent.

• Caring for Young Children 0-3years 11months.

• Play in the Home with young children 0-3 years 11months.

Additionally the course involves work on Basic Skills of Communication, Application of number, Information Technology and basic First Aid and Food Hygiene.

Qualification Aims
CACHE Entry Level in Preparation for Child Care

Basis Skills qualifications can also be obtained through assignments.

Assessments/Examinations
Continuous assessment through assignments, and tests completed during the course.

Cost / Equipment
Help with essential equipment costs may be available to students who experience financial difficulties.

If you are 19 years of age or over, at the start of the course, the tuition fees may be payable for£495 per year.

Start Date
September 2010