Entry Requirements
- 4 GCSE grade 3 above
- Students will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application to attend work placements. More information about your Disclosure and Barring Service check will be provided at enrolment.
Course Structure
Course Description
Unit CFC 1.3: Support physical care routines for childrenUnit 10: Supporting children’s developmentUnit 11: Use observation, assessment and planningUnit 12: Support children’s positive behaviourUnit 3.13: Support children with additional needsUnit 3.8: Understand how to plan to meet the needs of developing childrenUnit 6: Supporting children’s playUnit CFC 13: Sharing learning experiencesUnit CFC 18: Investigating a vocational areaUnit CFC 9: Respecting and valuingUnit CL2A3: Craft activities with young childrenUnit CL2A4: Accident prevention and fire safety when babysittingUnit SS MU 2.1: Sensory lossUnit NH/L2 03: Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy dietUnit TDA2 2: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
Assessment
You will be assessed in a variety of units by means of tasks which are written and assessed by Tutors to meet criteria set by the Awarding Body. You will also undertake work experience where you will gain valuable knowledge and skills working in either schools or early years settings. Work experience will be organised and monitored by the college Work Placement Officers, with four observations throughout the placement.
Progression
Childcare NCFE Level 2 Diploma