Overview

Navigating the world of child care can be like piecing together a jigsaw puzzle. Our “Child Care Diploma” is here to make those pieces fit perfectly. Think of it as your guidebook, walking you through the baby steps of early childhood and up to the challenges of supporting children with special needs. Across ten easy-to-follow modules, we cover everything from keeping kids healthy to helping them play, learn, and communicate. So, whether you’re dreaming of a career in child care or just want to be the best support for the little ones in your life, this course is your starting point.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the importance and dynamics of the early years of childhood.
  • Gain knowledge about effective methods for promoting health and well-being in children.
  • Acquire the skills to foster physical development and engage children in learning through physical activities.
  • Grasp the nuances of communication and language development in children.
  • Learn strategies for caring for children with special needs.

Who is This Course for?

  • Individuals keen on understanding the intricacies of child growth and development.
  • Aspiring childminders or nannies seeking comprehensive knowledge.
  • Parents looking to deepen their insights into their child’s development.
  • Educators aim to broaden their skill set in child care.
  • Health practitioners seek more information on children’s well-being.

Requirements

  • This course is available to all learners of all academic backgrounds.
  • Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the course.
  • A strong grasp of English, numeracy, and ICT is necessary for enrollment in this course.

Certification 

After completing the course, you can order a certificate of achievement to display your achievement for as little as ÂŁ3.99 for the PDF version and ÂŁ7.99 for the paper version or ÂŁ10 for both. There is an additional ÂŁ10 delivery charge for international students.

Career Path

On successful completion, learners will have the essential knowledge to provide adequate support for children in a care setting and a comprehensive understanding of how to promote the mental and physical development of children in the early years. Related roles in this sector include:

  • Childminder: ÂŁ18,000 – ÂŁ25,000 annually.
  • Nursery Nurse: ÂŁ15,000 – ÂŁ22,000 annually.
  • Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher: ÂŁ24,000 – ÂŁ41,000 annually.
  • Play Therapist: ÂŁ26,000 – ÂŁ44,000 annually.
  • Early Years Teacher: ÂŁ20,000 – ÂŁ39,000 annually.
  • Pediatric Nutritionist: ÂŁ23,000 – ÂŁ40,000 annually.

Course Curriculum

Child Care
Module 01: The Early Years Of Childhood 01:00:00
Module 02: Caring For Children 00:20:00
Module 03: Promoting Health and Well Being Through Food and Mealtimes 00:25:00
Module 04: Keeping Children Well And Healthy 00:35:00
Module 05: Care And Development Of Babies 00:20:00
Module 06: Supporting Children’s Personal And Social Development 00:20:00
Module 07: Physical Development And Skills 00:20:00
Module 08: Learning Opportunities Through Physical Activities 00:15:00
Module 09: The Development Of Communication And Spoken Language 00:25:00
Module 10: Caring Children With Special Needs 00:55:00