Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People (QCF)

How will I be taught?

You will be provided with the learning materials either online and/or hardcopies and you will have the support of a knowledgeable assessor/tutor who will give you guidance and feedback on the course as you complete it. This course takes between 2 to 6 months to complete.

What modules are covered?

To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People, learners are required to successfully complete 4 mandatory units.

Mandatory units

• Caring for Young Children in a Babysitting Environment
• Accident Prevention and Fire Safety When Babysitting
• Rights and Responsibilities in Relation to Parenting
• Parenting and Healthy Lifestyles

What Next?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

• The Level 2 Diploma in Care, the Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
• Level 2 qualifications in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health
• Level 2/3 qualifications for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

You could also progress onto a relevant course at Farnborough College of Technology or University Centre Farnborough. To see more of our Childcare and Education Courses, click here.  

What previous qualifications and experience will I need?

There are no specific prior qualifications needed to access this qualification. However, learners might find it useful if they have already completed a Level 1 qualification. You will be invited in to complete an induction and inital assessment.

Due to government funding these courses are available free of charge; subject to the learners meeting the set eligibility. You must have lived in the UK/EU for the past 3 years and be over 19 years old. There may be a fee should you withdraw from the course.