Introduction to Early Years Settings Award Level 1
This course is ideal for volunteers, parents, or carers who are interested in working in childcare. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities within early years settings and build foundational knowledge to support your next steps.
Course overview
You’ll explore the basics of working with children up to the age of five, including the value of play and the responsibilities of carers, volunteers, and management. The course is designed to help you understand how early years settings operate and support child development.
What this course covers
The value of play for babies and young children, management and organisation in early years settings, roles and responsibilities in early years settings.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific prior learning requirements, but you should be working at Entry Level 3 in literacy.
Progression Opportunities
This award prepares you for progression to either the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner or the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
Delivery And Assessment
There are no specific prior learning requirements, but you should be working at Entry Level 3 in literacy.