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Course Description: Are you passionate about childcare and want to build a rewarding career working with children? This qualification will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to care for children and young people confidently. What you will learn: • Explore child development stages from birth to adolescence, focusing on physical, social, and emotional needs. • Learn about creating a safe and stimulating environment for children through effective play activities. • Understand safeguarding procedures to protect children from harm, including recognizing abuse and neglect. • Develop knowledge and understanding of types of learning experiences which could be shared with children, and the importance of these experiences in promoting learning. Who should join this course? This course is ideal for: • Individuals aged 16+ with an interest in childcare. • Parents or guardians wanting to develop their childcare knowledge. Entry Requirements Previous level 1 maths and English achievement or demonstrating the ability to work at these levels is recommended Progression Opportunities: This CACHE Level 2 Award is a stepping stone to various childcare qualifications, including: • Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce • Level 2 Certificate in an Introduction to Early Years Education and Care. How do I enrol? To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study. How will the course be delivered? This is an E-Learning course and is exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme. You will be enrolled for an online learning platform and will work independently through the units and materials provided. Will I need to practise outside the classroom? This is an E-learning course, and your study pattern is self-managed. A commitment of 2 - 3 hours per week is suggested to enable successful completion of the course within the timescale of 20 weeks. How will I know I’m making progress? You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units. What will I need? A laptop or desktop computer with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning. Please note: Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.