Childcare and Education - CACHE Level 2 Diploma

About the course: This course covers the theory and practice of child care from birth to 16 years. It provides an opportunity to gain knowledge and practical training in child care at an intermediate level. Work experience on the course includes a 2 week block placement each term in day nurseries and schools.

Course content:

• Introduction to working with children
• The developing child
• Safe, healthy and nurturing environments for children
• Children and play
• Communication and professional skills within childcare and education
• The childcare practitioner in the work place
• Supporting children with additional needs

After this course: Progression to level 3 qualification, an Apprenticeship or employment.
 

You must be aged 16-18. Students need to have 4 GCSE passes (Grades A* - E).

If you have not achieved a grade D or above in English or Maths you need a level 1 pass in the initial College assessment.

Please note: You must provide the evidence required to apply for an enhanced CRB check. You will be given more information about this when you apply for the course.

If you are interested in applying for this course please register and apply online and we will contact you as soon as possible to invite you in for an interview.

Alternatively please download a pdf copy of our Application Form.

If you are currently at school please make sure you print off a School Reference Request Form and give it to your teacher or equivalent.

You can also e-mail courses@lambethcollege.ac.uk or call 020 7501 5000 for a hard copy of the application form.

For more information please call our Course Advice and Information Service on 020 7501 5000.