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Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children

at Burton and South Derbyshire College, Burton-On-Trent · college

Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course provides an introduction into early years where learners can build on their understanding of working with children and families in the early years sector. You will get the opportunity to plan play sessions and implement them in our interactive nursery environment where the BSDC nursery children will play an active role in participating with the planned activities. You will also have the opportunity to go into a vocational setting to complete 37 hours of work experience.

What you need to get on

Applicants will be expected to have achieved a minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade 2 Have successfully completed BSDC’s Advance to Vocational Study programme

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

  • Burton and South Derbyshire College

    Lichfield Street, Burton on Trent, DE14 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Burton on Trent

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