Course Code: SC1FE383 Caring for Children - Level 1 Next course dates Start dateLocationDuration 16 May 2024 Bispham Campus 4 Weeks Apply now 14 Jun 2024 Fleetwood Learning Centre 4 Weeks Apply now 10 Sep 2024 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Enquire now 13 Sep 2024 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Apply now 13 Sep 2024 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Enquire now 24 Feb 2025 Bispham Campus 6 Weeks Enquire now Overview Is this course for me? What will I learn? How will I be assessed? Key information Where could this course take me? Course SummaryThis qualification (NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Caring for Children) encourages an understanding of the knowledge and the skills needed to care for children. It also supports individuals with self-development relating to their chosen career. This qualification will not only support employment opportunities, but also the possibility of progressing on to the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges as part of the level 2 teaching assistant pathway. This course is ideal for those already working or volunteering in school, to develop their underpinning knowledge, but also for those looking to move into roles that work directly with children and young people in the learning environment such as teaching assistants, welfare support, breakfast/afterschool club assistants, SEND and 1-1 support. You will be assigned a subject specialist course tutor who will deliver the scheduled sessions. The tutor will also be available for weekly support and to guide you from the beginning to the completion of your qualification. The qualification is internally assessed using a range of methods including written assignments or tasks. Expert tuition is delivered by our industry specialists on this programme, with access to continued support to assist in completing your assignments. Entry RequirementsNo previous training or experience is required for this programme, but you must be over 19 on the 31 August before the course start date. It is desirable for students to have obtained or be working towards their English GCSE at grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills. Qualification ObtainedAward in Caring for Children Industry Placement and Field TripsThis is a knowledge-only qualification; there are no industry placements and no field trips on this course. Learning and Teaching MethodsStudents will obtain 10 credits through the following units to achieve this qualification: CFC 25 Finding out about Forest Schools CFC 16 Preparing for your Next Steps CFC 27 Understanding Learning and Development through Play This course will be delivered face-to-face for 3 hours a week for 6 consecutive weeks (term time only) from the course start date. During each session, you will undertake a variety of activities with your peers, such as discussions, group work activities, research, and skills development. It is expected that you will complete a minimum of 3 hours independent study, each week, outside of the class to complete the assessment tasks which take the form of assignments/tasks. These assessments will ideally be completed electronically, but hand-written assignments which are scanned and uploaded to the electronic portfolio can be accepted at level 1. Assessment MethodsAll units will be internally assessed using a range of methods including written assignments or tasks such as designing a leaflet or poster, charts, using case studies or a workbook. You will complete assignments/tasks on a weekly basis and these will be uploaded to an electronic portfolio. Other Costs and Equipment NeededYou will need to purchase study essentials such as a notepad and stationery. It is desirable for students to have access to an electronic device (e.g. laptop) for completing their assignments, however college facilities such as the library are available for you to access computers. If you are looking to gain volunteer or employed experience in a school/college setting, you will need to arrange this yourself and complete the DBS with the setting, this is not provided by college. Tuition Fees Please visit our Financial Support page for more information about fees, funding and eligibility. Regulation & Accreditation Accrediting Institution: N/A Awarding Body: NCFE Terms & Conditions Read our full Terms and Conditions for more information. Career Options and ProgressionThis qualification can assist with steps into the role of supporting children and young people in school settings such as teaching assistants, welfare support, breakfast/afterschool club assistants, SEND and 1-1 support. The specialist knowledge it provides will enhance individuals’ employment opportunities as well as support progression to related further study. There may be opportunities to progress on to the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges as part of the level 2 teaching assistant pathway.