This qualification is designed to develop learners' interest in childcare and build their understanding of the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to care for young children. It builds upon prior learning from the Entry Level 3 Award/Certificate in Caring for Children.
The course offers a flexible
structure, combining vocational units with personal and social development
(PSD), allowing centres to tailor delivery to meet a range of learner
needs.
Who is this course for?
- Young people who want to develop essential life skills
- Learners considering a career in childcare or early years
- Parents wishing to strengthen their parenting knowledge and skills
- Adult learners, including those with additional learning needs
- Learners for whom English is an additional language (EAL)
This inclusive qualification supports progression, confidence building, and preparation for further study or employment within childcare and related sectors.
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Course Details
This qualification focuses on the development and care of children from birth to 5 years 11 months, with some units providing specific guidance on age ranges.
Key areas of study include:- Understanding human growth and development in early childhood
- Respecting and valuing children as individual
- Exploring children's play and leisure activities within the community
- Supporting confidence building through play
- Developing effective communication skills, including listening and talking with young children
The course provides a strong foundation in early years development, emphasising the importance of play, communication, and inclusive practice.
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Entry Guidelines
You must be 19 or over on or before 31st August to study on this course.
You do not need formal qualifications for this course but will be considered on your individual skills and experience. You must be able to follow instructions, be willing to work independently, produce answers in a clear and understandable form and organise information clearly.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
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Where can I progress to?
Level 1 Preparing to work in Schools
Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning -
Timetable
Tuesday
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Equipment Required
You will have access to resources needed in college.
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Assessment Methods
Written portfolio of evidence to meet assessment criteria.
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Can I study for free?
Can I study for free?
You may be able to study for free if this course will help improve your employment prospects. You could be eligible if you are:
- Employed and earning below:
- £35,864.40 (if you live in the Liverpool City Region; Wirral, Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens or Halton)
- £25,750 (if you live outside the Liverpool City Region)
- Employed and receiving certain state benefits
- Unemployed (with or without benefits)
Asylum seekers can access free courses up to Level 2 if the course supports long-term employment Terms and Conditions apply.
