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Childcare

Course information
This course offers learners a recognised qualification and work experience in Early Years Care in Education, as well as the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills they will need to access further education and employment.

The level 2 NVQ course takes 12 months to complete, and the level 3 NVQ course 18 months. Learners attend a one-week induction course before beginning work placements. They then attend work placements for 4 days a week throughout the course, supported by one day a week training in Springboard Hackney. Examples of possible work placements include private nurseries or preschools. These placements allow learners to gain practical skills and experience in the real world of work. All learners have the support of a Work Placement Officer.

At Springboard Hackney, the learning environment is friendly, supportive and informal, both on the course, during work placement and after. A Learner Support Worker is available to any learners experiencing problems that may affect attendance or completion of the course.

Course subjects

• Child Nutrition
• Child Development
• Health and Safety
• Activity Planning

Qualifications gained
Early Years Care and Education at NVQ levels 2 and 3
Apprenticeship and Advance Apprenticeship

Who is the course for?
16-24 year olds living in East London. No previous qualifications are needed for these courses. An assessment is held every Tuesday afternoon, with an invitation to interview a few days later.

For more information
To find out more about the course or to make an appointment with an adviser, please call in or telephone: Carolina on 020 7275 6603
Alternatively call reception on 020 7684 2345