This qualification is the replacement for the level 2 NVQ in Childcare. The certificate is seen as a stepping stone to the Level 3 Diploma in the Children and Young People’s Workforce.

This qualification meets the needs of candidates who work or want to work in a wide range of children and young people’s settings covering the age range of 0 -19 years, for example in the roles of : Careworker, Childminder, Nursery Nurse or Youth and Community Worker.   

What are the entry requirements? 

You need to be working in an appropriate job role. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment/interview to check your suitability.  

What does the course comprise? 

As part of your Apprenticeship you will study:

· Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce Level 2

· Key Skills for Application of Number Level 1

· Key Skills Communication Level 1

· Paediatric First Aid 

You will study a range of units relating to Children and Young People, including: 

· Communication in children and young peoples settings

· Equality and inclusion in children and young peoples settings

· Child and young person development

· Safeguarding and welfare of children and young people

· Health and safety of children and young people

· Supporting positive behaviour

· Supporting positive relationships

· Maintaining positive Relationships 

How long will the course take to achieve? 

Your assessor will plan the timescales for completing the units with you, based on your own personal targets and your choice of units. However, you will be expected to complete this qualification in a maximum of 12 months.   

How will I be assessed? 

You will be allocated an assessor who will support and guide you through the qualification. They will meet with you regularly in the workplace to help you generate the evidence. The assessor will make the judgements about the suitability of your evidence and provide feedback on your progress towards the qualification. The assessor will also arrange to make work place observations, which are a requirement of the qualification.  

Will I attend college? 

Although there is no need to attend college, you are welcome to use the resources and facilities at our Westcliff  or Colchester centres .  

What support is available?  

Full support will be given, including one to one sessions or workshops with the assessor where appropriate, and contact with the assessor by e-mail or telephone. In addition, e-learning on-line portfolio building facilities are available.

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Funding for people aged over 25 who work in Childcare 

For people who are eligible for government funding aged 25+, there is a top-up fee payable of £500 if paid in full within 30 days of invoice. Alternatively we will accept £600, comprising a deposit of £100 paid within 30 days of invoicing, followed by 10 monthly instalments of £50. Please note these fees are not refundable. Funding for adult apprentices is subject to change, so please check with us that it is currently still available. 

However, VTS can access various other pockets of funding as and when they are made available. Please check with us for details.

For more information please contact us: 01702 353 557    

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