Course of a glance
Is this course for me?
This course gives you a general understanding of the care,
learning and development needs of children and will develop your
childcare practice.
What will I study?
You will develop your communication, numeracy and IT skills, and
have the opportunity to gain a first aid qualification to support
your personal and professional development.
Subject areas covered include the physical care and development
of the child, emotional and social development and working with
babies. A work placement is an essential part of this course.
What can I do next?
This can lead to the Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
or Children's Care Learning and Development. This qualification
leads to a wide range of employment opportunities in childcare.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need to have three GCSEs at grade D or above and a
Caring for Children Foundation Award at merit level. An interview,
assessment and two references are also required and a Criminal
Records Bureau check must be completed.
What will it cost?
If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances,
you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out
when you apply.
Course fee: £1100 Exam fee:
£110 Registration Fee: £30
Please note: For courses longer than one year, the
fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the
academic year 2011-2012 only.