Overview

Entry to Care

This qualification is designed to stimulate interest and encourage a learner’s understanding of the skills needed to care for a baby or young child.

Whilst studying this qualification you will learn how to care for children, develop an understanding of children’s development needs and promote their wellbeing.

During the course you will also gain personal skills such as; time management, communication, problem-solving, and working as part of a team — all valuable life skills that will enhance your career and your personal life.

Our experienced staff are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you succeed and feel confident in your journey.

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Course information

Need to know

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, learners should have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop both personal and professional skills.

The qualification

NCFE CACHE Entry Level Award in Caring for a Child/Children (Entry 3).

Assessment methods

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods which could include: written tasks, designing a leaflet, information boards, case studies.

Course content

You will study:

  • Children’s play and leisure activities in the community
  • Providing a safe hygienic environment for a young child
  • Routines for young children
  • Healthy lifestyles

English and Maths will also be part of the study timetable.

What skills will I gain?

During the course you will also gain personal skills such as; time management, communication, problem-solving, and working as part of a team — all valuable life skills that will enhance your career and your personal life.

Next steps

Course progression:
On successful completion of the course learners are able to progress onto the Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings.

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.

Available Courses
Tresham College Kettering Campus
Starts: 07/09/2026
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s):
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Fees: 16-18 Yrs: Fully Funded 19+ Yrs: Fully Funded*

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Funding Information

All full-time Level 1 and Level 2 courses are now FREE for everyone, whatever their age. If you are looking to study a Level 3 qualification, courses might still be free if you’re under 19 or 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 qualification. Whether you need to pay a fee and how much will be dependent on the programme you choose to study. For more information call 0345 658 8990.

If you are aged 19 or over and want to study a Level 3 course, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to find out about any fees payable.

If you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. You can also pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.

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If you live in any of the following areas and wish to apply for or enrol onto one of our courses, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to check if your course is funded or not (Please note that if your course is not funded then you will pay a higher fee than what is listed, please contact our Customer Contact team for more information):

  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
  • Greater Manchester
  • Greater London
  • Liverpool City Region
  • Tees Valley
  • West of England
  • West Midlands
  • Sheffield
  • Newcastle Upon Tyne
  • Barnsley and Doncaster
  • West Yorkshire
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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.

 

Any questions?

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.