A career in education and early childhood development can be stimulating, satisfying and rewarding, and provides the opportunity to influence and shape many lives.
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A career in education and early childhood development can be stimulating, satisfying and rewarding, and provides the opportunity to influence and shape many lives.
This is a six month programme designed for people who would like to prepare to work in a supporting role in private day nurseries; Education; Health authorities; Social Services and in private homes, with young children under the age of 8 years.
After completing this course further training will be required to work in these areas.
This course will interest you if you are planning to work in the field of childcare.
A variety of subjects are covered including:
All achieved through practical activities and group work.
Start Date
Start Date: January 2025
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
An introductory course suitable for beginners. School leavers should aim for at least 4 GCSEs at grades E-G/grades 1 -2.
All students must have a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and supply two satisfactory references.
Places will be conditional on this being deemed satisfactory. An interview with a specialist tutor will also be required.
Progression
This could be a step closer to a career as an assistant in private day nurseries, education, health authorities, social services, private homes in Britain, as well as overseas as a qualified early years practitioner.
Further studies can include: Level 2 Diploma in Childcare & Education, Level 2 Certificate in Child & Young Peoples Workforce, Level 2 Progression Health Care and Education, Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care, Level 2 Certificate in Supporting individuals with learning difficulties, Level 2 Certificate in preparing for work in Adult Social Care.
Assessment Methods
This programme is unit based.
In the assessment students have portfolio tasks, tutor reports and action plans.
Course Fees
This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.
Career Opportunities
Early Years Teacher
£22,000 – £35,000
Nursery Nurse/Assistant
£12,000 – £22,000
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Autumn Term
2nd Sept 2024 – 25th Oct 2024
4th Nov 2024 – 20th Dec 2024
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom