NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Children’s Care, Learning and Development (Northern Ireland)

About This Course

The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Children’s Care, Learning and Development (Northern Ireland) equips learners with essential skills and knowledge for working with children. Suitable for those aiming to work unsupervised in children’s care, it requires 70 credits from mandatory and optional units. Learners must have access to 600-700 hours in a real work setting. No prior qualifications are needed, though a Level 2 may be beneficial. Graduates can progress to higher diplomas or roles like day care room supervisor and nursery practitioner.

Course Benefits

Occupational Competence in Northern Ireland: This qualification confers occupational competence in childcare, learning, and development within Northern Ireland.

Preparation for Diverse Job Roles: It equips learners with skills for various roles in children’s settings, including early years.

Progression to Leadership Roles: Qualifies learners for unsupervised roles, such as room supervisors or team leaders.

Comprehensive Development: Requires 56 credits from mandatory units and 14 from optional units.

Valuable Experience: Involves 600-700 hours of practical work experience.

Clear Progression Pathways: Offers progression to Level 3 and 5 Diplomas and Foundation Degrees.

Career Opportunities: Qualifies for roles like day care room supervisor, child care assistant, and nursery practitioner.

Course Units

Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Children’s Care, Learning and Development (Northern Ireland)
Qualification Number: 603/6039/2
Total Credits: 70

Mandatory Units:

Unit 1: Context And Principles For The Early Years Sector – Theme 1 (L/618/1648)

Unit 2: Communication And Partnership Working – Theme 2 (R/618/1649)

Unit 3: Safeguarding Children – Theme 3 (J/618/1650)

Unit 4: Keeping Children Safe, Healthy And Well – Theme 4 (L/618/1651)

Unit 5: Support Children’s Personal Care And Nutrition – Theme 5 (R6181652)

Unit 6: Supporting Children’s Development – Theme 6 (Y/618/1653)

Unit 7: Supporting Children’s Play Opportunities And Experiences Of Play – Theme 7 (D/618/1654)

Unit 8: Contribute To The Support Of Children With Disabilities And/Or Special Needs – Theme 8 (H/618/1655)

Optional Units:

Unit 9: Understand The Needs Of Children And Young People Who Are Vulnerable And Experiencing Poverty And Disadvantage (F/600/9777)

Unit 10: Support Disabled Children And Young People And Those With Specific Requirements (T/601/0134)

Unit 11: Support Children Or Young People In Their Own Home (K/601/0132)

Unit 12: Enable Parents To Develop Ways Of Handling Relationships And Behaviour That Contribute To Everyday Life With Children (H/502/4682)

Unit 13: Engage Fathers In Their Children’s Early Learning (Y/502/4663)

Unit 14: Promote Children In Early Years Settings Acquiring A New Language Through Immersion (K/601/3225)

Unit 15: Support Children With Physical Disabilities (K/618/1656)

Unit 16: Support Children With Learning Disabilities (M/618/1657)

Unit 17: Support Children With Autistic Spectrum Conditions (T/618/1658)

Unit 18: Support The Learning And Development Of Children With Health Needs (A/618/1659)

Unit 19: Support Children With Sensory Loss (M/618/1660)

Unit 20: Support Families Who Have A Child With A Disability (D/601/5750)

Unit 21: Promote Signing To Advance Speech, Language And Communication (T/618/1661)

Assessment

This qualification is assessed through an internally assessed and externally quality assured portfolio of evidence. All learners must have access to either employment or work experience in a real work setting to develop and practice their skills, ensuring they demonstrate consistent competence at Level 3. Learners must complete between 600-700 hours in a work setting to facilitate their skills and knowledge development at Level 3, meeting the requirements of the Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Care Learning and Development (Northern Ireland).

Required Knowledge

Learners must be 16+ to take this qualification. No formal prior qualifications needed, but Level 1 English and Maths are required. A Level 2 qualification in a related subject may be beneficial.

Awarding Body

Upon completing your course, you’ll receive a certificate recognising your achievement. NCFE, a renowned organisation offering vocational and technical courses, has provided quality education for over 170 years. In 2015, CACHE joined NCFE. Enrol in an NCFE CACHE course for two-year access to NCFE CACHE Alumni, a network offering resources and guidance for care, health, and education professionals.

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 tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.

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