NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in an Introduction to Early Years Settings
Course Summary
Course Code: EWM1D40Y24
Start Date: Monday 03 March 2025
Start Time and Lesson Duration: 09:30 for 5.5 hours
Duration: 10 lessons over 5 week(s)
Location: ACL Colchester
Fee: Funding May Be Available Help
Description
This qualification will allow learners to gain a basic knowledge of childcare in early years environments. This includes the value of play, roles and responsibilities of carers and volunteers, and the importance of developing links in the local community. The qualification considers childcare and development from birth–5 years 11 months. It is aimed at learners, parents and volunteers wishing to participate in the provision made by early years environments, such as pre-schools.
To complete the Award, learners must achieve 6 credits from the following units:
The value of play for babies and young children
Management and organisation in an early years setting
Introduction to community development in early years settings
Examinations Venue Disclaimer
For Live Online courses, alternative examination arrangements are in place, exams will be undertaken remotely.
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What Qualification/level is this course?
This is an NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate
Who is this course for?
It is aimed at learners, parents and volunteers wishing to participate in the provision made by early years environments, such as pre-schools.
Entry requirements
There are no formal qualification requirements, but learners will undertake an initial assessment to determine the appropriate level.
What can I expect to learn?
This qualification will allow learners to gain a basic knowledge of childcare in early years environments. This includes the value of play, roles and responsibilities of carers and volunteers, and the importance of developing links in the local community. The qualification considers childcare and development from birth to 5 years 11 months. It is aimed at learners, parents and volunteers wishing to participate in the provision made by early years environments, such as pre-schools.
How will I learn?
Classroom sessions with full tutor support and guidance, group/individual learning activities.
How will I know how well I am doing?
Assessment is through submission of evidence in a portfolio to demonstrate that the requirements are met to a relevant standard.
Will I need to do any work at home?
Complete research, reading and home study.
What will I need to provide?
Pen/pad of paper for taking notes.
Are there any other costs?
There are no other costs in addition to the course fee.
What can I do next?
The tutor will be happy to support and guide learners towards courses that will
compliment current skills, needs, interests and current job role.
Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
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Location
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR