Caring for Children Diploma Level 1
This qualification is designed to stimulate interest and encourage the understanding of the skills and knowledge needed to care for young children. It is aimed at a range of learners, including young people needing to develop life skills as well as those who are thinking of working in childcare.
Although the qualification does not qualify learners to work with children it does support them in preparing for the “next steps” either in training or moving towards the world of work.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements but an interview to deem suitability.
What will I study?
The course units cover both personal development and the development and growth of babies and young children. They also explore:
- The value of a healthy lifestyle and diet
- Communication and learning
- Aspects of play
- The importance of building children's confidence
- Human lifespan from birth to the elderly
Method of delivery
There is face to face teaching in the classroom environment. Students will also study English Language and Maths GCSEs alongside this course.
How will I be assessed?
A variety of assessment methods such as posters, leaflets and written work will all be internally assessed.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
On completion of this course and achievement of appropriate grades in English and maths, students may progress to a Level 2 qualification. This course does not qualify students to work in the childcare sector, as further qualifications would be required.
Education & Early Years T Level
Vocational & T Level
Subject Area
Early Years & Education
Study Mode
Full-time
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
2 Years
Level
Level 3
Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2
Vocational & T Level
Subject Area
Early Years & Education
Study Mode
Full-time
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
1 Year
Level
Level 2
