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The Basics
Sector: Child Care Awarding Body: Ascentis Qualification: Introduction to health and social care level 1
Workforce Qualification Type: Certificate Duration: 6 months Type of Assessment: Continuous assessment throughout the programme
What you will Learn
> Caring for babies and young children
> Using Story Sacks, literacy and numeracy
> Understanding Play
> Using Craft Activities for learning
> Introduction to the EYFS
> Understanding Child Protection Theory
> Healthy Eating and a Balanced Diet
> Safeguarding and Prevent
> Equality and Diversity
Overview
If you are looking to start your career in the Child Care industry, but don’t have any experience or want to have-a-go before committing to an apprenticeship, this is the best start for you.
As part of this programme you will also develop your skills in English and Maths and receive work experience with a top local employer.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal qualifications for this programme, just a willingness to learn and an interest in the Child Care industry.
Roles Available in this Sector
> Child Care Apprentice
> Playworker
> Nursery Assistant
> Early Years Educator
Progression
> Level 2 Apprenticeship in Child Care
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Life of a Skills Group Apprentice
I just wanted to say the biggest thank you to Vanessa, my trainer. You have made my journey so much easier, I don’t know what I would have done without you. You have been amazing and helped me to achieve my qualification. You’ve guided me through every step of the way, I really appreciate it, Vanessa, you have been my rock.
I always struggled in school as I wasn’t very academic, so knew learning on the job would be a better option for me. I would find it difficult to get up for 9am but now I wake up and look forward to my day. I wanted to try a hair apprenticeship as I’ve always been interested in hairdressing, and by the end of the first week, I already loved it!
I have developed a range of new skills through work including the technical, industry skills required for the job, to personal development such as ensuring I am always on time. The biggest change since leaving school is adjusting to the independence you gain from earning a salary. My advice to anyone thinking of doing an apprenticeship would be find what you like doing, and go for it!
Since starting the apprenticeship, I’ve become far more confident. In a classroom, you only interact with your classmates, but through working you develop your people skills as you interact with customers on a daily basis. At school, you are closely monitored and parented, however I am now more independent and feel grown up
The most important thing I’ve learnt since leaving school is that there are other routes to success than just academia. I failed my GCSEs, as I never suited the school environment. Now though, I’m really enjoying my apprenticeship as I’ve discovered I learn more through hands-on practice.
I would just like to thank you and your team for all the amazing work they do, you have provided me with the most invaluable experience which has helped to pave the way of my future. The work you do for young people is incredible!
