Course Overview
Our Childcare and Early Years study programme is ideal for school or college leavers aged 16 to 18 years who wish to pursue a career, complete an apprenticeship, or continue further education in childcare and early years. English and Maths are included if needed.
Complete the Childcare and Early Years study programme over 9-12 weeks. Access to the bursary support fund is available for those aged 16-19, subject to eligibility.
What will I learn?
Our Childcare and Early Years programme covers the following units:
- How to create a safe environment for young children
- How to contribute to equality of opportunity in support of young children’s development
- Caring for Young Children in a Babysitting Environment
- Accident Prevention and Fire Safety When Babysitting
- Rights and Responsibilities concerning Parenting
- Parenting and Healthy Lifestyles
Eligibility
This course is government-funded, and you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:
- You must currently live in England
- You must be over the age of 16
- Financial support available through bursary support fund