NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

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Begin your childcare career from home with the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People. Suitable for ages 14+, this course provides essential skills and knowledge. Qualification code: 600/0336/4.

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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

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About This Course

Start your childcare journey from home with the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People. Gain essential skills and knowledge to support and care for children and young people.

Suitable for learners aged 14+, this nationally recognised qualification covers childcare, babysitting, and parenting responsibilities. Study at your own pace and enjoy two years’ free NCFE CACHE Alumni membership. Qualification code: 600/0336/4.

Course Benefits

Flexible Learning Pathway: Perfect for beginners or young learners interested in childcare, with no placement hours required.

Foundational Knowledge: Gain essential understanding of child development, safety, and care – ideal for those considering work with children.

Progression Opportunity: Serves as a strong foundation for advancing to higher-level qualifications in childcare or education.

Course Units

Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Qualification Number: 600/0336/4
Total Credits: 16

Unit 1: Accident Prevention And Fire Safety When Babysitting

Unit 2: Caring For Young Children In A Babysitting Environment (R/502/6962, Unit Level 2; Glh; 14; Credits 2)

Unit 3: Respecting And Valuing Children (M/601/0116, Unit Level 1; Glh; 18; Credits 2)

Unit 4: Rights And Responsibilities In Relation To Parenting (Y/502/6963, Unit Level 2; Glh; 16; Credits 2)

Unit 5: Parenting And Healthy Lifestyles (D/502/6964, Unit Level 2; Glh; 17; Credits 2)

Unit 6: Parenting A Young Baby (H/502/6965, Unit Level 2; Glh; 17; Credits 2)

Unit 7: Young Children’s Development (R/502/6959, Unit Level 2; Glh; 22; Credits 3)

Unit 8: Introductory Awareness Of Sensory Loss (F/601/3442, Unit Level 2; Glh; 16; Credits 2)

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of assignments submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination or practical work is required, so you can complete all assessed work from home. You will access your learning materials and submit your work online, with guidance from your expert assessor throughout the programme.

Required Knowledge

Applicants must be at least 14 years old to enrol.

This course is open to individuals aged 14 and above.

Awarding Body

Upon completing your course, you will receive a certificate from NCFE, a respected educational charity with over 170 years’ experience.

Enrolment in an NCFE CACHE course grants you two years’ access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni network and its resources.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months of tutor support, you have the flexibility to complete the course at your own pace, taking the full twelve months if needed.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

Only one click away, you can trust that help will be there when you need it.

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This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:

  • No hidden charges, the price you see includes everything, from tutoring to certification.
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  • Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
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  • As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work.
  • All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations.
  • 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.

If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!


You have 12 months to complete your course, however you can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 3 months!


This is a government-regulated qualification, with certification provided by an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.


There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a number of months.

If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:

  • Your billing address is based in the UK
  • You have a UK based bank account
  • Bill payer must be 18 or above.

No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).


Unlike other providers, Association of Learning use a fast-track system to get your certificate to you within six weeks (our average is two weeks).

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