Child Care Home Practitioners Level 3

Course Code: BA103
Award Level 3, Similar to - A-Level

If you want a career caring for children in a home environment then this is the course for you!

Learn about all elements of child care, including child development, diversity issues, providing the correct environment for a child and incorporating play.
Explore the legislation surrounding child care, and the legal responsibilities of a child carer.
Child Care Home Practitioners can earn up to £25,000 once fully qualified.

Course Content

Unit 1: The key factors of child development and developmental needs of children 0-8 years

The main development of a child from birth to 8 years
Social, economic and environmental factors influencing development
Genetic and hereditary factors affecting development
Children’s overall development needs
Defining special needs
Supporting children with special needs
Key transitions
Supporting children through transitions

Unit 2: Diversity and inclusion issues within the childminding environment

Policies to meet diversity within the childminding setting
Inclusion within the childminding setting
Effects of discrimination

Unit 3: Providing for children’s physical needs, inclusive of health and safety

Meeting children’s nutritional needs
Meeting children’s rest and sleep needs
Maintaining appropriate hygiene procedures
Exploring consequences as a result of the failure to meet appropriate hygiene procedures
Signs and symptoms of common childhood illnesses
Informing parents of illness and documenting illness
Maintaining a safe and secure environment

Unit 4: Learning through play for child development

Types of play and their importance in relation to:
- (a) Development
- (b) Age
Observation and planning
Every Child Matters and Birth to Three Matters Framework
The Early Years Foundation Stage
Available resources in relation to:
- (a) Health and Safety
- (b) Diversity and Inclusion

Unit 5: Behaviour Management

Stages of behaviour in children
Encouraging appropriate behaviour
Informing parents of inappropriate behaviour and its documentation
Behaviour attributed to specific special needs

Unit 6: Child Abuse

The main types of child abuse
Signs and symptoms of child abuse
Documentation relating to:
- (a) Confidentiality
- (b) Reporting and recording incidents of child abuse
Contacting professionals in the case of child abuse
Procedures to follow in the case of child abuse
Sources of support

Unit 7: The legal responsibilities of the childminder

Childminders’ legislation
Legal responsibilities of the childminder
Procedures for admission and collection
Legal implications of childminding
Policies and procedures to meet OFSTED requirements

Unit 8: Promoting positive working relationships

Working in partnership with parents and other professionals
Accessing childminding services
The childminder’s responsibilities for building positive relations with parents and other professionals in relation to:
- (a) Confidentiality
- (b) Complaints and documentation procedures

Unit 9: The statutory, voluntary and private support available for childminders

Explore the contacts for support for the childminding service

Assessment

The home learning Child Care course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

You can read more about Ascentis and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 12 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines. This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Student record bag
Pen
Mouse mat
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price! We even send a stationary pack out to you!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in the chosen subject.