Overview
Childcare (Level 1)The Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health and Social Care (Adults and Children and Young People), Early Years and Childcare is suitable for learners who are working, or wish to work, in the health and social care and early years and childcare sectors.
This qualification will develop the knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s sectors. They include the roles played by workers – from principles and values through to health and safety and working with others.
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Entry requirements
3 GCSEs grades 9-1 and a keen interest in the subject. Other relevant levels of qualification or experience will be considered.
How will I be assessed?
The course will be assessed by your Tutor using a range of methods. This could include tasks such as designing charts or leaflets, coursework or methods such as oral questioning.
Course content
What will I study?
This qualification:
- is aimed at learners who wish to develop an understanding of these settings before deciding whether working in the sector is for them
- allows learners to gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment and/or career progression in the sectors
- allows learners to tailor their learning to their interests through the provision of a broad range of optional units
Next steps
This course:
- provides opportunities for the development of transferable skills
- supports progression to Level 2 qualifications in health, social care or early years
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
