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Are you interested in a career working with children, where everyday brings something new? Our childcare courses can help you make a positive impact on the future of the next generation.
We offer a range of early years qualifications, child psychology courses, and child behaviour courses, accredited by esteemed bodies including NCFE CACHE. Enjoy complete flexibility of learning, studying either online or with a study pack from home.
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Childcare refers to the supervision and care of children, typically from infancy to school age. It encompasses a wide range of activities designed to support children’s social, emotional and cognitive development. Childcare professionals play an important role, not only in ensuring children's safety but also guiding them as they build essential life skills.
The childcare field offers a range opportunities for those passionate about working with children. Some popular career paths include:
Whether you’ve always loved working with children or are new to the field and simply fancy a career change, our range of courses has something for everyone.
We offer a range of courses to suit every level, from foundational level 1 diplomas that introduce you to the fundamentals of childcare, through to more advanced level 3 courses that cover specific areas like child psychology or understanding autism.
A number of our courses are designed for specific career paths, for example, nursery management, child care home practitioners, and babysitting. Others are more general, knowledge-based courses, such as the CACHE Certificates in Caring for Children.
For those with their heart set on a role as an early years educator, consider our packages which include a Level 3 Childcare Diploma combined with Functional Skills for Maths and English.
Our early years courses are ideal for those wanting to work with children up to the age of five. They cover all you need to know about the development and care of younger children, so are perfect for those wanting to work in nurseries and preschools, as well as those looking to become a childminder or nanny.
Each of our courses is designed to provide a structured and progressive learning path. You'll gain thorough knowledge and practical skills in essential areas such as:
The Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education are the UK’s leading provider of vocational qualifications for those working within care and education. All courses lead to a nationally recognised Ofqual regulated qualification and are accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework.
Once you have enrolled on your CACHE course, you will have access to the CACHE Alumni Membership for two years. CACHE Alumni is a professional membership network for those who work in the care, health and education industries, providing valuable resources and advice for your studies when working towards/with a CACHE qualification.
Training Qualifications UK are another Ofqual-regulated body, who endorses childcare and education-related courses. TQUK courses are not official qualifications, but they are recognised by industry employers.
QLS is a widely recognised awarding body, endorsing high-quality non-regulated training programmes. The Quality License Scheme’s endorsement involves quality audits by external auditors to ensure that quality standards are continually met.
You’ll receive unlimited support from our expert tutors, discounts for students in the same household, and a free XO Student Discounts membership.
Our courses are designed to be studied either online or with a study pack from home. We understand that sometimes life gets very busy and responsibilities pile up. But we don’t think this should mean you miss out on the opportunity to learn, develop your career, and achieve your goals. Whether you’re juggling a job, looking after a family, or have other life commitments, with our range of distance learning courses you can study at your own pace, in your own time.
Unlike studying at a regular college or institution, Open Study College has no term dates, so you can start studying for your Childcare qualification at any time.
Don't wait to make a difference. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in childcare today.
Yes, you can study childcare from home through online courses or printed materials, such as those offered by Open Study College. With our industry-recognised qualifications, you’ll receive the training required for a career in childcare, and 1-1 tutor support, all from the comfort of your home.
The specific requirements for working in childcare vary depending on the role and region you’re in. In general, placements are beneficial but not mandatory. Most childcare roles will require a qualification and a DBS check, but a placement is not always a requirement. This being said, it does provide valuable hands-on experience that will enhance your job prospects and CV.
To become a childminder, you must first register with Ofsted. To do so, you must have a home-based childcare course approved by your local council that covers the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
You may also have to complete a basic skills test to show that you have the minimum standard of English and Maths needed to support the educational development of children in your care. You’ll also need to pass an assessment of your home.
Read our full guide on how to become a childminder.
Yes, you can enrol on our Level 3 childcare courses without having completed Level 2. Our courses are designed to be accessible to learners with a range of backgrounds and experience levels. While prior qualifications can be beneficial, they are not a necessity.
If you enrol on a CACHE qualification, you will receive access to the CACHE Alumni membership for two years. CACHE Alumni is a Professional Membership Network for those who work in the CACHE industries, providing valuable resources and advice for professionals studying towards an NCFE CACHE qualification.
We are delighted that you are considering joining us to study and take pleasure in welcoming you to our family.
Open Study College is one of the UK’s leading distance-learning colleges. We provide professionally-recognised childcare courses that enable you to study at your own pace, in your own environment either online or via printed materials sent to your home.
We understand that choosing a course is a big decision. That’s why we have a team of friendly, knowledgeable education specialists who can help you choose the right childcare qualifications for you.
Over the past 17 years, we’ve enrolled over 140,000 people on courses that have improved their education and their career prospects!
Our education specialists can answer any questions you may have, talk you through our finance options and get you enrolled over the telephone.
As a family-founded college, we think of our learners as extended members of our family. We’re all here to help you achieve your goals in life, whatever they may be.
If you’d like to speak to an education specialist about our online childcare courses, simply complete the form here and you’ll get a call back at the requested time.
