Caring for Children CACHE Childcare Level 1 Diploma
at City of Wolverhampton College · college
What the college says
Are you passionate about the education, development and care of young people? The BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Early Years Education will help you to develop your knowledge and understanding through hands-on learning in a number of interesting areas including growth and development, food and nutrition, care of children and play, and towards the end of the course you will get the chance to develop your skills further on a short work placement in a local play group. Studying the course will also introduce you to some of the innovative work being done with children throughout the country and you will also get the chance to visit local parks and play groups and participate in working in the community when helping to support the popular family fun days at Cosford Air Museum. The course will also help with self-development and developing those all-important employability skills that will help you decide what your career path should be. As part of the course you will get the chance to upgrade your English and maths skills and tutors will also support you if you wish to progress to the next level of study.
What you need to get on
To access this course you are required to have: Three or more GCSEs at grade 2 (E) or above, including English & maths OR Functional Skills Level 1 English & maths Plus: An interest in the subject and keenness to study Good attendance and punctuality Please note: Acceptance on the course is subject to an interview and you will also be required to have a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
A first step that builds towards Level 2.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Wellington Road Campus
Wellington Road, Wolverhampton, WV14 6BT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Wolverhampton
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