About the Course
Suitable for those currently working as assistants or who want to kick-start a career in an Early Years setting. Covers essential caregiving/childcare topics for children up to age five.
Early Years & Childcare
NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Caring for Children
A one-month kick-start qualification for those interested in working in Early Years settings, covering foundational childcare skills such as growth and development, play, and communication with children.
One month (4 x 2-hour sessions) Classroom / Face-to-face Early Years & Childcare
Course Modules
- Listening and Talking to Children
- Growth and Development
- Craft activities with young children
- Understanding Learning and Development
Outcomes
- Internationally recognized CACHE qualification
- Appreciation of the wider context in which childcare practitioners work
- Skills required to care for young children, birth to age five
- Ideal for those just starting their careers
- Stepping-stone to nested courses such as CACHE Level 2, Level 3
- Possible careers: assistant teacher, nanny, babysitter, helper
Certification
NCFE Certificate and UK attestation
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