Caring for Children Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 1

Code  CHD1

Course Level Level 1 Length of Course 1 Year

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade E to F including English Language
 
or Full qualification in a relevant subject and Entry Level 3 Functional Skills in English

Course Content

This course is designed to encourage your understanding of the skills required to care for children. You will study topics such as children’s play and leisure activities in the community, human growth and development and sharing learning experiences with young children. It can also support you in preparing for the “next steps” either in training or moving towards the world of work. Units include:

  • Managing own money and self development
  • Healthy living
  • Preparing for your next steps

What can I do next?

Employment - This course can form the foundations for future study or work with young children

Education - You could continue with higher level qualifications, including; Level 2 CACHE Award/Certificate/Diploma in Childcare, Apprenticeship in Childcare or a Level 2 Qualification in Health and Social Care.


Caring for Children Award/Certificate/Diploma Level 1