NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Working with Children

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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Working with Children (RQF)

£999 £299
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Monthly instalment plans are available.

Credits – 11 TQT – 110 GLH – 100 Recommended Course Duration – Up to 6 Months Download Option to fast-track in 2 Week is available.

Unit Structure

  • Unit 1: Encouraging Children to Eat Healthily
  • Unit 2: Create a Safe Environment for Young Children
  • Unit 3: Working in a Team
  • Unit 4: Contribute to Equality of Opportunity in Support of Young Children's Development
  • Unit 5: Provide a Range of Appropriate Play Activities for Young Children

Overview

The Level 1 Award in Working with Children qualification aims to enable learners to develop basic knowledge and understanding of the needs of young children, aged from birth to 5 years based in a variety of settings. This Working with Children qualification helps learners understand their role in supporting children’s development. The qualification allows learners to develop the basic skills needed to support play-work, out-of-school and early years settings. This qualification is ideal for anyone considering a career in childcare or looking to understand the foundation of working with young children in various settings such as nurseries, schools, and childminding. This Level 1 qualification is accredited by UK OfQual and delivered 100% online.

Scope of this Qualification

This qualification is to prepare learners for further training and to support a role in the workplace, such as early-year educators, Childminders, Teaching Assistants, Play Workers or want to work with parents and young children.  This qualification also serves as a stepping stone for those wishing to pursue further qualifications in childcare.

Duration and Delivery

This Level 1 Award in Working with Children course is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you. Our Level 1 Award in Working with Children course can take as little as 2 weeks or up to 6 months, depending on your previous experience and the time you can dedicate to the course. This Level 1 Award is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) whereby you are provided online tutor support to successfully complete your course.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by awarding organisation.  The portfolio of evidence contains written assignments and work products, regarding which the tutor will give thorough instructions on how to complete them. Once you are enrolled on our VLE, you will receive tutor support to help you achieve your objectives.

Portfolios will be submitted in batches of learners twice a year, in February and July, for sampling and certification by the awarding body. Learners are advised to submit their work at least one month in prior to ensure they receive their certification within the respective time frame.

Progression

Successful completion of this online qualification enables learners to directly proceed to the following qualifications:

NCFE

Awarding Body: NCFE
Qualification Number: 501/0417/2

NCFE is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications confirm to a high standard.
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Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification. However, the learners must be 14 years or above to get themselves enrolled in this course.

Practical Requirement

Practical Requirements

There is no practical requirement for this qualification. The course focuses on providing learners with essential knowledge and understanding of the principles of working with children.
However, while work experience or a voluntary role in a childcare setting is not a requirement, it can be beneficial for learners who wish to deepen their practical understanding of the concepts learned.

how I will be assessed

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed via portfolio of evidence you submit containing writing assignments and work products. The assessment focuses on your understanding of the course content and your ability to apply this knowledge in a practical context.

Useful Knowledge/skills that you will learn on the course

You will be able to:

  • Understand of the importance of safeguarding and the role of a childcare practitioner.
  • Gain Knowledge of the key principles in early years education and care.
  • Learn of health and safety requirements in a childcare setting
  • Understand the development needs of children and how to support their learning.
  • Learn to work cooperatively with others in a team, value team contribution and review their teamwork.
  • Establish positive relationships with children and their families.

Full Payment

Standard


£299(incl. VAT)


  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £60

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited

  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 3 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.

  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track


£330(incl. VAT)


  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £40

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days

  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback

  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi


£360(incl. VAT)


  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.

  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

All prices include course fees, awarding body dues, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate & VAT. The final certification you get is the same,
regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline
is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.

Standard


£344(incl. VAT)

  • £85.96 (incl. VAT)/Month

  • No. of instalments
    4

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £60

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited

  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 3 working

  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.

  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track


£378(incl. VAT)

  • £94.56 (incl. VAT)/Month

  • No. of instalments
    4

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £40

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days

  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback

  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi


£413(incl. VAT)

  • £68.77 (incl. VAT)/Month

  • No. of instalments
    6

  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 4 Months

  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    24 Months

  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20

  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority

  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days

  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.

  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the
same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your
studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.

Why choose BSA?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited CertificationAccredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Working with Children course is for individuals looking to work with children aged from birth to five years, based in a variety of settings.

There is no specific time frame to complete the course. Most learners complete it in as few as 2 weeks (fast track) or up to 6 months (full-time).

Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “NCFE”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status-

https://find-a-qualification.services.ofqual.gov.uk/organisations/RN5156

No, there is no practical requirements to complete this qualification. If you are not currently in a childcare role, the course can still be completed through coursework and assessment based on your theoretical understanding of the subject matter.

No, you will be assessed by the coursework alone.

If you are 14+ with a satisfactory level of Literacy and Numeracy skills then you are eligible for this course.

Please refer to our main FAQs section or Contact Us; we have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you!

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