This qualification is designed to stimulate interest and encourage the learners’ understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children.
It is aimed at a range of learners, including young people needing to develop life skills and those who are thinking of becoming and early years educator..
You will combine theoretical study with practical experience as you prepare for a career in early years.
What you'll learn
You will study the following units:
- Theme 1: Child development
- Theme 2: Practical health and safety when with young children
- Theme 3: Safeguarding the welfare of children
- Theme 4: Play
- Theme 5: Self development
How you'll learn and be assessed
This certificate helps you to gain knowledge through observational studies, practical work with children, and a range of classroom-based activities that combine theoretical and practical training.
Combining days at college with placement days in early years settings, you will be encouraged to link the theory of care for children with your developing practice to support your own skills.
Assessment is conducted through assignments undertaken in college and by creating various work products, including posters, leaflets, and presentations.
You will also undertake GCSE Maths and English Language alongside this qualification.
Progression
Entry requirements
You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 2 or above including English Language and Maths.
How to apply
