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Caring for a Child/Children Entry Level 3

  • Location James Watt College
  • Course code SE3CARFWM-1
  • Length of course 35 weeks
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Course overview

Learn the basic skills needed to care for babies and young children. You’ll build your understanding of the childcare sector and begin to explore potential career paths. The course is designed for learners with little or no experience and includes one college session per week. 

Course highlights

What you get out of studying this course with us.

Hands-on training in industry-standard workshops

Taught by tutors with real industry experience

A qualification employers recognise and ask for

Work experience built into the programme

Small class sizes with one-to-one tutorial support

Free tuition for eligible 16 to 18 year olds

Clear progression to the next level or an apprenticeship

Careers advice and UCAS guidance throughout the year

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Course details

Grade 1 in at least 4 GCSE subjects including GCSE English language and maths. Progression on to level 1 cert health and social care children and young peoples settings.

  • Start date: August 31, 2027 Location: James Watt College
    Course code: SE3CARFWM-1
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