QCF Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare
About the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
Learners will build on their experience working with children and gain new residential childcare skills with this course. Learn how to support safeguarding and the children in your care. Are you looking for something more in-depth? We can also offer level 5 courses for management roles.
This diploma is fully accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare – Core Information
How long will this diploma take to complete?
Most students will successfully finish the programme in approximately 9 months, though we encourage students to learn at their own pace.
How is this training delivered?
Over the months, enrolled learners will put together an online portfolio of coursework for their appointed assessor, who helps to guide learners throughout their diploma.
What will I learn?
During this course, you will learn the following aspects of childcare: how to support positive development in children, current early education curriculum requirements, planning, leading and reflection, legal requirements, working with others and more. click here for a full outline.
Where can I progress after this course?
This Level 3 diploma is the working equivalent of an A-Level qualification. Upon completing this programme, graduates have the option of moving on to a Level 5 leadership diploma or can undertake a range of other specialist courses that are also available with us at TutorCare.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare – Core Information
How long will this diploma take to complete?
Most students will successfully finish the programme in approximately 9 months, though we encourage students to learn at their own pace.
How is this training delivered?
Over the months, enrolled learners will put together an online portfolio of coursework for their appointed assessor, who helps to guide learners throughout their diploma.
What will I learn?
During this course, you will learn the following aspects of childcare: how to support positive development in children, current early education curriculum requirements, planning, leading and reflection, legal requirements, working with others and more.
Where can I progress after this course?
This Level 3 diploma is the working equivalent of an A-Level qualification. Upon completing this programme, graduates have the option of moving on to a Level 5 leadership diploma or can undertake a range of other specialist courses that are also available with us at TutorCare.
Delivery and Certification
Our assessment process is designed so that delegates are prepared for the challenges their occupation will involve. Delegates are appointed a vocationally trained Assessor who helps assemble the e-portfolio and guides them for the duration of the diploma. Email and telephone support is also provided throughout the QCF Level 3 programme and the resources available will be provided as needed. At the end of this program delegates will receive an OFQUAL accredited qualification.
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Outline of Course
To achieve this qualification the learners must gain a total of 65 credits: Achieve all 20 units. Gain experience in a real work environment. Achieve competence whilst working with young children from birth to 5 years. Take part in personal professional development activities.
Mandatory Units
- Unit 1: Understand supporting children’s development
- Unit 2: Significance of attachment and how to promote it when working with young children.
- Unit 3: Understand theoretical perspectives of young children’s development.
- Unit 4: Support children to develop holistically.
- Unit 5: Support the development of early literacy and mathematics.
- Unit 6: Support young children through transitions and significant events
- Unit 7: Understand current early education curriculum requirements and the importance of promoting inclusive practice
- Unit 8: Planning, leading and reflection on the delivery of the current early education curriculum
- Unit 9: Provide learning experiences, environments and learning opportunities for young children
- Unit 10: Understand modelling and promoting positive behaviour when working with young children
- Unit 11: Understand supporting children with additional needs
- Unit 12: Assessment techniques within the requirements of the early education curriculum
- Unit 13: Understand the importance of continuing professional development for the Early Years Educator
- Unit 14: Promote legal requirements of health and safety and welfare of young children
- Unit 15: Understand the legal requirements on safeguarding young children in early years settings
- Unit 16: Working cooperatively with key person, colleagues, parents/care and other professionals within early years settings
- Unit 17: Plan and implement care routines that promote health, wellbeing and healthy lifestyles
- Unit 18 – Maintain accurate records, paperwork and respond to accidents and emergencies
- Unit 19: Understand food and nutrition when working with young children
- Unit 20: Provide play opportunities for young children in early years settings
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