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Duration: 12-16 weeks
Credits: 6
Enrol: Anytime
Fees: £1200* (+20% VAT)
*VAT applicable in the UK only
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How you’ll study
This course is studied 100% online. Some courses require blended learning.
Course Duration
Study time depends on the credit size of each qualification. See Key Facts below for this course.
Start dates
Start any day of the week. Onboarding happens within an hour except weekend. Ascentis and Pearson BTEC L3 courses have fixed intakes across the year
Regulated Qualifications
Access to HE Diplomas are regulated by QAA. All other qualifications are regulated by Ofqual.
Comprehensive study material
Learning material includes recorded lectures, presentations, ebooks, handouts, articles, workbooks, MCQ, Case studies and assignment briefs.
Assessment
Pearson BTEC L3 courses are exam based for some units. Most courses are assessment via assignments on which learners can get formative feedback prior to final submission and grading. Not all qualifications offered are graded
Overview
The Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare has been developed in collaboration with the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY). This qualification prepares learners to set up a home based childcare setting as a registered childminder. In order to achieve the Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare, learners must achieve 6 credits in total. 5 credits from mandatory Unit 1 and a minimum of 1 credit from the units in the optional group. This qualification requires 6 credits for completion. This qualification has been developed for completion at the learner's own pace and at Tutor discretion.
Who is it suitable for?
It is suitable for learners who wish to be employed in home based childcare settings as childminding assistants or other home childcarers (eg. nannies, au pairs).
Modules
Preparing to Work as a Home Based Childcarer (H/506/4745)
Optional Units (choose one)
Preparing to Set Up a Home Based Childcare Business (K/506/4746)
Exploring the Role of the Nanny (D/617/2467)
Entry Requirements
Learners should be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.
Progressions
You can progress to the following qualification for further studies
NCFE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education (EYE)
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education (EYE)
NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
OTHM Level 4 / 5 Diploma Early Childhood Education
Certification
The Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work In Home Based Childcare is awarded by NCFE – Awarding Organisation. UK Versity Online Limited (Number 8465520) is an accredited and approved delivery Centre for NCFE qualifications.
Key Facts
Qualification number: 603/3642/0
Level: RQF Level 3
Awarding Organisation: NCFE
Duration: 2-3 months
Assessment: Assignments
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