Level 2 Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate

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Level 2 Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate

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Level 2 Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate

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Course Introduction

This TQUK qualification will explore the factors that influence children's development, such as the importance of nutrition, play and interaction. You will learn how you can be a positive influence on the different stages of a child's growth.

Whether you have an interest in this subject or are actively looking to gain employment (or a voluntary role) in a childcare role, this qualification will give you a good understanding of caring for a range of age groups.

Course Content

This qualification is achieved through the successful completion of the following four units:

Unit 1 - Safeguarding the Welfare of Children & Young People -

This unit examines legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people (including e-safety). Learn what action to take when children or young people are injured or ill and when complete, gain the ability to recognise emergency procedures as well as how to respond to suspicions that a child or young person has been abused, harmed or bullied.

Unit 2 - Understand How Play Forms Part of a Child's Development -

This unit will explore the stages of development and how positive environments support the development of young children from birth to three years. It will explore the necessity of play as well as demonstrate different play activities suitable for young children.

Unit 3 - Use Food & Nutrition Information to Plan a Healthy Diet -

This unit will help to build an understanding of how to make healthy and nutritional food choices for children. Develop knowledge of food labels and what to look out for to ensure that children are given a balanced diet.

Unit 4 - Understand How to Use Play to Support Early Learning & Development -

This unit explores the vital importance of creativity and imagination in the development of a child. Learn about how to organise a cooking activity for children as well as the particular importance of books and stories in child development.

Entry Requirement

To complete this distance learning course at no charge you will need to match the following entry criteria:

Are a resident of the EEU (European Economic Area) and have been for at least 3 years
Will be undertaking your learning within England
Are aged 19 or above
There are no formal entry requirements for this course but you will need to have a good standard of English and maths

Assessment

Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study.
We recommended allowing a minimum of 5 to 6 hours per week to study this course in your own time.
You will be given submission dates for each unit to help you stay on track and complete within the allocated timeframe of 6 months.
This course is delivered through online assessments and online learning materials.
You are required to study the learning materials online and then answer knowledge-based assessments that confirm your understanding of the topics.
We encourage learners to reflect on their own experiences, work-based or personal and include these within their answers where relevant and suitable.
This is a level 2 qualification. Answers should be formed in paragraphs, and learners will be required to write in detail, using structured sentences to demonstrate knowledge.