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Childcare NCFE Certificate in Caring for Children (L2)
In Short
This qualification prepares you to work in a supervised capacity with children and their families in a variety of settings and environments within children’s services.
Why study with us?
Our courses provide an opportunity for you to gain valuable work experience alongside your studies, so you learn on the job and not just in the classroom. Our team of highly qualified staff use their professional experience to keep courses up to date with the latest developments in the sector. They will teach you important links between theory and practice, which will ensure that you are fully prepared to meet the challenges of this rewarding career. A DBS check will be carried out as part of the course in order to work with vulnerable people.
Our facilities include the brand new Tyneham building at our Cranford Avenue campus, offering state-of-the-art learning and support resources used for Level 3 Health & Early Years, fitted with a mock hospital ward and children’s nursery.
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 content
Unit CFC 1.3: Support physical care routines for children
Unit 10: Supporting children’s development
Unit 11: Use observation, assessment and planning
Unit 12: Support children’s positive behaviour
Unit 3.13: Support children with additional needs
Unit 3.8: Understand how to plan to meet the needs of developing children
Unit 6: Supporting children’s play
Unit CFC 13: Sharing learning experiences
Unit CFC 18: Investigating a vocational area
Unit CFC 9: Respecting and valuing
Unit CL2A3: Craft activities with young children
Unit CL2A4: Accident prevention and fire safety when babysitting
Unit SS MU 2.1: Sensory loss
Unit NH/L2 03: Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
Unit TDA2 2: Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
How will I be assessed?
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
Tools/Materials/Books
The College library has an extensive lending and reference book stock in addition to videos and journals. For certain units, you may wish to purchase specific books and materials amounting to no more than £30. A basic uniform of a polo shirt is required for placements, which can be purchased through the College at enrolment.
Fees
- If you are aged 16-18 as of 31 August on the year of enrolment – no course fee.
- If you are over 19 as of 31 August and enrolling on a full-time programme of study a tuition fee will be applicable in most cases. Bursary funds – There are financial support arrangements for 16-18 year olds and hardship funds available for the over 19s. Please contact reception for details of costs and concessions on 01305 761100 or email igs@weymouth.ac.uk