Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (Social Care Pathway)

This course is designed for people working or volunteering in face to face roles with children, young people and families - either supervising others or working unsupervised.
You may be a foster carer or a residential child care worker.

Description

You will attend college on a Wednesday evening 6.00-8.45 pm and will be required to be an experienced volunteer or be employed in one of the settings mentioned in the course overview.

You may be required to complete a 12-week induction programme prior to attending the Level 3 programme of study to assess the most appropriate progression route. This induction course attendance is on a Wednesday evening 6-9pm. We will discuss this with you at interview.

How long is the course?

This is a 12-month course. You will be required to attend college on a Wednesday evening at the Derby road site between 6.00-8.45 pm and be employed or volunteer in the childcare setting for a minimum of 12 hours per week.

Although this course can take up to one year to complete, many students complete their studies well within this timeframe.

How will I be assessed?

This diploma consists of a variety of units which are assessed either by being observed in practice in the setting or are knowledge-based set written assignments.

Evidence for each unit is gathered using a selection of different methods including being observed in practice by an allocated assessor, answering written questions and producing written evidence of practice and knowledge.

What will I study?

Best practice requirements of the sector around a variety of subjects including the following:

Care
Assessment and planning
Supporting positive outcomes for children and young people
Health and safety
Equality and diversity
Individual children's needs
The development of children and young people

What does the course lead to?

Qualified Childcare Practitioner status.

Entry requirements

You must be 19 years of age or over and be able to study at a Level 3. You must be proficient in literacy and numeracy.

You must undertake an interview, have two satisfactory references and complete a criminal record bureau check if you are not employed in the childcare setting.

How much does it cost?

The costs are shown below but please ask at enquiry or interview as these depend on your individual circumstances and previous qualifications according to specific criteria. The induction part of the course has a nominal fee.

Payments can be paid in 4 instalments for the main programme.

Please ask at your interview or contact the person whose details are shown below for an explanation of payment methods and information about individual costs.

When does it start?

Day Start End Start date Weeks Total fee Dis fee Wed 18:00 20:45 16/01/2013 52 961 Wed 18:00 20:45 24/04/2013 52 961 TBC

How do I apply?

Contact Davina Mouj on 01623 627191 ext 8110 or email davina.mouj@wnc.ac.uk

What can I do next?

1 In Person. We're open Monday – Friday 9am to 4pm at our Derby Rd and Chesterfield Rd sites. Find Us. By Phone. To pay by credit/debit card or for information on reduced fees call our enquiries line FREE on 0808 100 3626.

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