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Course Overview

Course Overview
This course is aimed at people with no previous experience and would benefit learners starting or returning to adult education who have an interest in childcare. This qualification is also suitable for adults who have English as an additional language. The aim of the course is to develop skills and knowledge needed to care for a child and to prepare learners for the next steps in their training.
Prosp Overview
This course requires a pre-enrolment interview. Please telephone 0161 770 1383/1239 to arrange an appointment. You must possess or be working towards a Level 1 English qualification.
Prosp Req
Your work and participation in the tasks will be assessed throughout the course. You will build up a file containing your evidence.
Prosp Assess
Learn about hazards and safety features and different ways to make sure that children stay safe; Explore play and learn how to support children’s development; Learn how children grow and develop; Learn why it is important to value and respect children
Prosp Content
We offer a range of complementary courses with and without a qualification to support your development. Your tutor will discuss your next steps with you and you will have access to a Careers Adviser from National Careers Service.
Prosp Progression
The course is subsidised by GMCA – please see our full fees policy available at www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelong. If course fees are more than £70 you can pay by instalment – see the fees policy. You may be eligible for a concession or help from the Discretionary Learner Support fund – please discuss this with our information, advice and guidance staff. We do not give refunds if you withdraw and you will remain liable for any outstanding instalments.
Prosp Fees
PV-M00003A
30/09/2020
31/03/2021
09:30
Wednesday
2.50 hrs per wk
23 weeks
251.00