Cache Level 3 Award In Childcare And Education
Original price was: £495.00.£399.00Current price is: £399.00.
Course Description
The CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education will provide learners with the knowledge required to work with children from birth to 8 years. This course covers the health and development of a child during the early years and the role of an early years practitioner during this vital stage of life. Learners are not required to complete a placement or have any previous knowledge of working with children to complete this course. The qualification is accepted and fully recognised by Ofsted.
This course is suitable for anyone looking to work as an early years practitioner within a childcare setting. Upon completion, learners will be awarded a CACHE Level 3 certificate at no extra cost, and will qualify to work as a Nursery Nurse or Teaching Assistant.
Childcare is a competitive industry. Nationally recognised qualifications are essential to employers when recruiting new childcare professionals.
Why study a CACHE course?
Cache are the UK’s leading awarding body in the care and education sectors. Cache courses are seen as an industry standard and many employers specifically request Cache certifications when recruiting new employees.
Adding a cache qualification to your CV will greatly broaden your career prospects and significantly improve your earning potential with current or future employers.
So if you’re looking to kick-start or boost your career in child care, the education industry or in health and social care then a CACHE qualification is perfect for you!
What support will I receive during my course?
We offer help and support every step of the way. You’ll be assigned a dedicated tutor who you can contact via our state-of-the-art e-learning platform.
Your tutor will guide you and answer any queries you may have during your studies with us. Your tutor will mark all your assignments and provide detailed feedback with pointers and advice on areas to improve if required.
We strongly advise all our learners to take full advantage of their tutor’s expertise, to ensure they get the most out of the course. Our students graduate at an ‘industry-ready’ standard, and with the skill set and knowledge required to be a successful Childcare Professional.
How is this course delivered?
All of our students are given access to our online campus through their own personal login and password. Once logged in you can access your course materials, lessons, resources and assignments in your own time. Assignments are uploaded through your account and the process is very easy. Our online campus includes:
- 24/7/365 access to all of your course materials- all lessons, assignments and resources are available from the moment you enrol
- Instant access to your course after you enrol- start studying immediately!
- Integrated chat and messaging systems so that you can contact your tutor
- Online assignment uploads to save time in returning marks and feedback.
- Links to further resources and information available on courses
- Self-led learning on all courses- study in your own time and work through your assignments at your own pace
- Safe e-portfolio of your work is kept under lock and key on our secure servers
- Progress bar to show the work you have completed and how many tasks you still have to complete on your course
- Detailed help centre with step-by-step instructions on getting the most from your course and how to upload assignments and contact your tutor
Who is this course aimed at?
Anyone looking to work in childcare or current practitioners that are already working in early years.
By choosing online learning instead of a classroom based course, it eliminates the need for time away from work, saving you valuable time and money. It is ideal for those with tight schedules as our online courses give you 12 months unlimited access to all the course materials. You can study at a pace that suits you, allowing you to easily resume your studies whenever you have the time. All you need is internet connection to study, so you can study from the comfort of your home or any environment that suits you.
What is included in this course?
When you enrol, you’ll not only gain powerful, career-enhancing skills but also receive exclusive benefits, including:
Course Assessment Process
There are no formal examinations on this course and the certification fee is included in the course fees.
To pass this course learners must pass several assignments. These are completed after navigating through the corresponding lessons and writing your answers to assignment questions. Once these have been read and marked by your personal tutor, feedback and marks are provided to students which contain helpful tips to improve work in future assignments.
CACHE Level 3 Qualification
This is a knowledge only qualification. Experience in the real work environment is not required and the entire course is completed online. Please note that this is a knowledge only Level 3 qualification and does not require any practical assessments. The course gives a foundation for the level 3 practitioner but not a license to practice.Learners are required to pass 12 assignments in order to gain the CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education (VRQ).
UCAS Information
UCAS points have been allocated to this qualification. The number of UCAS points earned will depend on your final grade.
|
Grade |
UCAS Points |
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A* |
28 |
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A |
24 |
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B |
20 |
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C |
18 |
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D |
12 |
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Requirements
Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.
Career Path
Course Outline
Included in this course are the following two mandatory units:
Unit 1 : Child development from Conception to 7 Years
Unit aim : The aim of this unit is to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of child development from conception to seven years of age.
| Learning outcomes The learner will: |
Assessment criteria The learner can: |
|---|---|
| 1.Understand development from conception to birth and routine screening programmes in the first year of life. | 1.1. Describe stages of development from conception to birth. 1.2. Explain routine checks carried out during antenatal care, postnatal care and the first year of life. 1.3. Describe factors that may impact upon the development of the baby during :
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| 2. Understand stages and sequences of development from birth to seven years. | 2.1. Identify stages and sequences of development from birth to seven years in the following areas:
2.2. Explain ‘holistic’ development. |
| 3. Understand theory and educational frameworks whichinform knowledge and understanding of Early Years practice. | 3.1. Describe theoretical perspectives in relation to:
3.2 Explain how theoretical perspectives relating to child development inform current frameworks. |
| 4. Understand the role of the Early Years practitioner when promoting child development from birth to seven years. | 4.1. Discuss the role of the Early Years practitioner when promoting child development in relation to:
4.2. Evaluate the role of the Early Years practitioner in supporting children’s holistic development.
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| 5. Understand how to plan opportunities for children’s learning and development from birth to five years. | 5.1. Plan opportunities for children from birth to five years in relation to:
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Unit 2 : Children’s Health and Wellbeing
Unit aim : The aim of this unit is to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of children’s health and well-being from birth to seven years of age.
| Learning outcomes The learner will: |
Assessment criteria The learner can: |
|---|---|
| 1. Understand children’s needs in relation to emotional well-being. | 1.1. Explain the process of:
1.2. Summarise the role of the key personin promoting emotional well-being in relation to current frameworks. |
| 2. Understand the needs of children during transition and significant events. | 2.1. Identify transitions and significant events that a child may experience. 2.2. Discuss potential effects of transition and significant events on a child’s life. 2.3. Explain the role of the Early Years practitioner:
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| 3. Understand the physical care needs of children. | 3.1. Describe the physical needs of children.
3.3. Explain the rest and sleep needs of:
3.4. Explain safety precautions which minimise the risk of sudden infant death syndrome. |
| 4. Understand the impact of the Early Years environment on the health and well-being of children. | 4.1. Describe factors within the Early Years setting which may impact upon the health and well-being of children. 4.2. Evaluate national and local initiatives which promote children’s health and well-being. 4.3. Analyse the role of the Early Years practitioner in maintaining a healthy environment for children. 4.4. Evaluate benefits of working in partnership with parents/carers in relation to children’s health and well-being. |
| 5.Understand the nutritional needs of children. | 5.1. Explain the nutritional value of the main food groups. 5.2. Identify the nutritional requirements of children aged:
5.3. Explain the role of the Early Years practitioner in meeting children’s individual dietary requirements and encouraging ealthy eating. |
| Understand the impact of poor diet on children’s health and well-being. | 6.1. Explain the impacts of poor diet on children’s health and well-being in the:
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| 7. Understand children’s need for exercise. | 7.1. Explain benefits of exercise for children’s health and well-being. 7.2. Plan opportunities/activities for children to exercise. |
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