Level 1
Caring for Children Diploma Level 1 (NCFE CACHE)
This qualification encourages an understanding of the knowledge and the skills needed to care for young children. You will cover children’s growth, learning and development. There are also units to help with self-development. The course…
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Course overview
This qualification encourages an understanding of the knowledge and the skills needed to care for young children.
You will cover children’s growth, learning and development. There are also units to help with self-development.
The course is an introductory pathway to getting you on your childcare journey. The course is designed to ensure that you develop core fundamental childcare skills, knowledge and behaviours.
During the course, you will secure work experience in a childcare setting to gain a ‘taste’ of the industry, as well as embarking on trips to extend your knowledge and ignite your passion for the industry.
Throughout the course, you will be introduced to guest speakers from various different careers related to childcare to help you think about your next steps.
How to apply
Find out more about our A Level pathways and how to apply
Who is this course for?
This qualification is suitable for you if you are considering a career in caring for children.
It can also support you with re-engaging with learning and breaking down barriers when entering the childcare workforce.
What you’ll learn
- Sharing Learning Experiences With Children
- Supporting Babies to Play
- Investigating a Vocational Area
- Healthy Eating for Families
- Science Activities for Young Children
- Musical Activities for Young Children
- Finding Out About Forest Schools
- Sharing Learning Experiences With Children
- Children’s Play and Leisure Activities in the Community
- Growth and Development of Young Children
- Practical Health and Safety When With Young Children
- Craft Activities for Young Children
- Respecting and Valuing Children
- Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People
Entry requirements
3 x GCSEs at Grade 2 including Maths and English, or previous vocational qualification.
However, if you don’t have any formal qualifications, don’t worry, simply let us know and we can assess you to ensure that you will be able to achieve well on the course.
We will invite you to a course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to tour our excellent facilities and ask any questions that you may have.
You will be asked to provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure that we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
Future career and study
Successful learners can progress to Level 2 qualifications in health and social care or childcare or can apply for an apprenticeship in the setting that they choose.
Progression into further studies will also depend on achievements in English and Maths.
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.