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

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About

About this course

This qualification is designed to increase learners’ awareness and understanding of young children’s development, safeguarding the welfare of the respecting and valuing them.

âš¡ï¸ Free of charge - this course is fully-funded by the government as long as you've lived in the UK for three years and are aged 19+

ðŸ’» Start this course as soon as you're ready - no need to wait for a new term to begin

ðŸ‘¨ðŸ»‍ðŸŽ“ Nationally-recognised and accredited qualification

ðŸ‘ðŸ½ Get support from our in-house team at Farnborough College of Technology

ðŸ“† Option to complete the course faster by putting in extra time

ðŸ§¾ Boost your CV and job applications straight away

âï¸ Option to pay for the course if you're not eligible for fully-funded option

What will I study?

The learner will get an awareness of food and nutrition to plan a healthy diet, the importance and value of play for early learning and sharing learning experiences with children.

By completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge of caring for children and young people which could support progression onto other appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector.

Course Availability

Apply online for this course and start making progress straightaway.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this course then please contact us by phone on 01252 40 55 55 or message us.

Studies Include

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

Progression

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.

Entry Requirements

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.