Course

Childcare

childcare course at The Learning Foundry

Course type:

Study Programmes

Age:

16-24

Duration:

16 weeks

Cost:

Fully funded

Location:

Liverpool

About the course

Do you dream of a career working with children? This programme is designed to equip you with the skills and experience required to achieve your career goals. The course covers a comprehensive range of topics essential for childcare, including:

  • Knowledge of Young Children’s Development: Understand the various stages of child development to better support and nurture their growth.
  • Keeping Children Safe: Learn about safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
  • Employability Skills: Develop skills that enhance your employability in the childcare sector.
  • Paediatric First Aid: Gain vital first aid skills specific to children.
  • Customer Service Skills: Improve your ability to interact effectively with parents and guardians.
  • Wellbeing and Resilience: Learn strategies to maintain personal well-being and resilience in a demanding work environment.
  • Workplace Skills: Acquire essential skills needed for a professional childcare setting.
  • Transferable Skills: Enhance communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Maths and English Support: Receive support to improve your Maths and English skills if needed.

Work experience

As part of this course, you’ll undertake a work experience placement at a top local nursery. This hands-on experience will allow you to learn about the nursery environment and understand how professionals care for children, providing an enriching and engaging setting to support their development.

Qualification

When you successfully complete the course, you will earn: 

  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People 
  • Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work 

Once you’ve completed this course, you can progress into an apprenticeship in childcare and start earning a wage. We have exclusive apprenticeship vacancies with top local employers, and we’ll assist you with your applications.

So, what are you waiting for? Start your journey towards a fulfilling career in childcare today!