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Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children & Young People Level 2

at Boston College, Boston · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate117 hours

What the college says

The Level 2 Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate is ideal for employers looking to develop their staff or for individuals looking to upskill and demonstrate their competency. It can be used to update and/or develop knowledge and skills relevant to the occupational specialisation. It is suitable for anyone with a personal interest in this topic can provide the initial steps to a career in childcare. Throughout the course you will study the following: Unit 1 Young Children's Development, Unit 2 The Value of Play to Young Children, Unit 3 The Importance of Play for Early Learning, Unit 4 Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People, Unit 5 Use Food and Nutrition Information to Plan a Health Diet, The course provides and introduction to understanding childcare through exploring the development of young children. It will focus on the value and importance of play as well as covering topics such as safeguarding and welfare. It has the added benefit of being a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification.

What you need to get on

You will need to be aged be 19+ as at 31st August prior to the start of the current academic year. You will also need to have at least a Level 1 qualification in English/Literacy or equivalent. To assist in completion of this qualification, it may help to be working in, or have access to, the chosen sector. If you already have a higher-level qualification in this specialism, it may impact on your eligibility.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Boston College

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