If you’re considering a career in Childcare or Health and Social Care, this
course is the ideal introduction to the sector for school leavers.
This qualification will develop your knowledge and awareness of the types of
provision in the health, social care, and children’s and young people’s sectors.
It is a great first step and can help you to decide whether a career in care is
right for you.
Features & Benefits
You will:
take part in work experience in either a childcare or health and social care setting
get opportunities to meet with employers and employees who work in the sector
attend regular tutorials to consider your own personal and professional development needs
Course Content
Work experience in either a Childcare or Health & Social Care setting
Opportunities to meet with employers within this sector
Regular tutorials to consider your own personal and professional
development needs
Sharing learning experiences with children
Healthy eating for families
Craft activities for young children
Health and safety with young children
Understanding learning and development through play
Finding out about forest schools
And much more....
Entry Requirements
Four GCSEs at grade E/2 or above, including English and Maths,
Evidence of commitment to learn,
A clear DBS check (formerly CRB check),
Evidence of a minimum 85% attendance.
Progression
Progression opportunties include the Level 2 Certifcate in Early Years
Education and Care or the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Students may have the opportunity to study Functional Skills or GCSEs in
maths and English.
Why Loughborough?
94%
of learners said the College campus provides a safe environment
90%
of learners said staff valued students views and opinions about their study programme
