Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Childcare

The course is aimed at people who are employed in the childcare sector.

Subjects studied include: helping keep children safe; supporting children's development; support children's play and learning; prepare and maintain environments to meet children's needs.

End Qualification:

- Level 2 Certificate for Children and Young People's Workforce
- 12 Hour Paediatric First Aid qualification
- Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT at Level 1
- CWDC Induction Standards
- Level 2 Award in Employment Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You will undergo an initial assessment of your English and Maths skills in which you are required to be working at/towards, at least, Level 1.

An interview is required. You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and Maths skills in which you are required to be working at/towards, at least, Level 1.

To be an apprentice you have to be aged 16 and over. GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in English is preferred.

At the start of your apprenticeship you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours a week. You will also need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course

Assessment:

Portfolio and work based assessments - weekly 1-day attendance at the King's Lynn Campus is required (term-time).

Functional Skills tests to be completed.

Progression from this course:

Further progression to an Advanced Apprenticeship in Childcare Level 3 for a further 2 years.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

18 Months

Start times:

Various times throughout the year

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the Apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk