NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health and Social Care (Adults and Children and Young People), Early Years and Childcare (Wales)
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Posted by Courses and Jobs Support Specialist No.2 on 26 April 2022

Course Title and Description
NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health and Social Care (Adults and Children and Young People), Early Years and Childcare (Wales)
Ref: 601/5364/7
Sector: Health, Public Services and Care, Children and Young People, Health and Social Care
Level: Level 1
Minimum Entry Age: 14
GLH: 245
TQT: 300
Credit Value: 30
Awarding body: NCFE
Course Price:
Unit Overview:
What does the qualification cover?
This qualification is suitable for learners who are working, or wish to work, in the health and social care and early years and childcare sectors.
The qualification:
• is aimed at learners who wish to develop an understanding of these settings before deciding whether working in the sector is for them
• allows learners to gain the knowledge, understanding and skills required for employment and/or career progression in the sectors
• allows learners to tailor their learning to their interests through the provision of a broad range of optional units
• provides opportunities for the development of transferable skills
• supports progression to Level 2 qualifications in health, social care or children’s settings
• provides learners with the opportunity to progress to employment, in due course, in a range of job roles in the care sectors.
What is a nested qualification?
This qualification is nested. Qualifications within a nested suite allow learners to be topped up to a qualification that is the same level and subject within the Award, Certificate, Diploma structure. This can be done by self-service through the Portal. Qualification nests and top-up pricing can be found in our fees list.
Who is it suitable for?
Anyone considering a career in health and/or social care with adults or early years and childcare sectors.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners must be age 14 or above.
How many credits are required to complete it?
30 credits
Do you need to be working to take the qualification?
Learners need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement, if they take any of the following three optional units:
J/506/0249 – Introduction to creative activities for children’s development
Y/506/1308 – Introduction to language immersion in an early years and childcare setting
K/506/0292 – Introduction to balanced diets for individuals
How long does it take to complete?
You can usually complete it in a year or less.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
The qualification provides a stepping stone for those who wish to move into employment and complete either a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or a Level 2 Diploma in Child Care.
It also provides a stepping stone to the All Wales Induction Framework for Health and Social Care and Early Years and Childcare, which is a mandatory part of employment in social care and early years settings in Wales.
Distance or online training is available.
Ask about payment plan or student loan.
For more information visit our website https://coursesandjobs.co.uk/
or speak to an advisor on: 020 3475 9775.
This course can be done remotely online with an assigned tutor and assessor.
A work placement will be required but can be arranged.
East London branch: 3 Oakfield House, Ilford, Essex IG11EF
About The Course
Deadline | 30 December 2023 |
Offer Type | Online and Distance Learning |
Category | S-Healthcare |
Sector | Healthcare |
Qualification Level | Level 1 |
Total Units | |
Awarding Body | NCFE |
Duration | At your own pace |
Delivery Route | Online Course Only |
Career Level | Student |
Available to Start | Immediately |
Funding and Eligibility
Price for students not eligible for funding (if applicable) | |
Deposit Required | Can be negotiated based on your current circumstances |
Experience Required | None |
Previous Qualification Required | None Required |
Course Pathway | Courses for both Work & University Progression |
Course Funding Options | Self-funded - Payment Plan Available |
Payment Plan | Yes |
DBS Required | Yes |
Allowance Available | Other - Can be Discussed |
Social Services - Service Users | Not Applicable |
Suitable for Those on Benefits | Yes - Universal Credit |
Additional Information
About The Advertiser
Organisation Name | Courses and Jobs Support Specialist No.2 |
Contact Person | Courses and Jobs Referral Team |
Phone Number | 0203 475 9775 |
Address | Ilford, East London. |
Postcode | IG1 1EF |
ID | ADM50 |
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