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Level 1 NCFE Diploma in Caring for Children

  • BERKSHIRE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
  • LEVEL 1
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Children course

Course Overview

This is a Level 1 course that introduces an understanding of the skills required to work with children. On completion, you could progress to a Level 2 Certificate in an Introduction to Early Years, Education and Care or Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

You will cover a wide range of topics including:
• Growth and development of young children
• Understanding play
• Health and safety
• Healthy living and diets
• Practical activities to explore with young children

Course Code

FF1CCHI1B0

End Date

Fri, 03 Jul 2026

Entry Requirements

Three GCSEs at grade 2 or above and a reference from school or previous course tutor.

Course information

You will cover a wide range of topics including:

– Growth and development of young children
– Understanding play – Health and safety
– Healthy living and diets
– Practical activities to explore with young children
Actvities for children
Personal development

1 Year

You will be assessed through a variety of evidence produced for your portfolio. Topics are classroom based and will include practical and written activities.

Level 1 NCFE Diploma in Caring for Children

A career in childcare after completing a Level 2 childcare qualification.

Level 1