Childcare
Childcare
WJEC Level 1 Certificate Introduction to Childcare
It’s widely known that how children engage with learning during their early years plays an important role in determining their future. By choosing to study a course in childcare, you can be a part of that future.
Is this course right for me?
The course is designed to equip you with a wide range of knowledge which will be needed to gain employment working with young children in a variety of settings. During the course you will learn about the growth and development of children and will need an ability to relate to children.
What are the entry requirements?
- Two GCSEs at grade D or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh
- Entry is subject to an enhanced DBS check
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview
Current student - what are the entry requirements?
- Successful completion of relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting
- Entry is subject to an enhanced DBS check
What will I learn?
As part of this course you will study the following units:
- Introduction to the childcare sector
- Overcoming barriers at work
- Understanding development and wellbeing of children
- Valuing diversity at work
- Introduction to appropriate workplace behaviour
- Working as part of a team
- Introduction to health and safety in the workplace
- Understanding safeguarding children at risk
- Introduction to supporting development of learners aged 5-11 years old
- Developing understanding of communicating with children and young people
- Managing time productively
- Managing money for working life
As part of this course you will also study a VTCT Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness and complete Tier 1 Safeguarding. You will also do 50 hours of placement throughout the year.
Will I need to study additional English & Maths skills?
You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:
- the course you are taking at College
- what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
Click below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College.
If you are studying a Workbased qualification:
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications
All other courses:
- Upskilling Destination Programme – an hour and half session a week developing essential research skills, critical thinking, and academic writing techniques, supporting literacy, numeracy, digital literacy and employability skills
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
For English:
- A one or two year pre-GCSE upskilling course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
For Maths:
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
- A two year pre-GCSE upskilling course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
Learners studying on a Jobs Growth Wales (JGW+) programme will be timetabled into literacy and numeracy sessions. To discuss the opportunity of attending a GCSE resit programme, in addition to their JGW+ timetable, please contact skills@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Portfolio of evidence
- Workplace evidence
What can I do next?
Successful completion of this course could lead to a number of future career opportunities including: Assistant Play Worker, Childminder, Nursery Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Out of School Care Worker, Learning Support Assistant, Special Needs Assistant.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Specific branded clothing, payable at the start of your course
- Art materials - you will be told about any specific items during or before you start the course
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Are there any additional costs?
- No tuition fee
- We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2025/26
- Enhanced DBS Fee - £49.50, payable on enrolment
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
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Sports Academy: While on this course you may be able to join our Sports Academy, if you have a talent for sport, find out what we offer on our Sports Academy page.
