Your pathway to a rewarding career in Childcare
If you’re passionate about helping children grow, learn and thrive, there’s never been a better time to explore a career in childcare. Whether you’re taking your first steps into the sector or looking to build on existing experience, our childcare courses are designed to equip you with the skills, confidence and qualifications to make a real difference.
The childcare sector offers rewarding, flexible careers with the chance to support children's development during their most important early years. It’s a field that values patience, creativity and care and provides long-term opportunities for growth and progression.
From entry level to more advanced qualifications, we offer a range of learning pathways to help you succeed in this vital and fulfilling profession.
Fees and concessions
If you’re on a low wage or receiving certain benefits, you may qualify for a 100% or 70% fee concession. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible.
Entry level 3 Award in Caring for Children
This qualification is designed to provide foundational knowledge and skills for those interested in working with young children. It covers basic childcare principles, including understanding child development, creating safe environments and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Level 1 Certificate in Childcare
This course is designed for learners interested in starting a career in childcare, providing essential knowledge and skills for caring for children aged 0-5 years. It can also help you to develop transferable skills which can be used later in all forms of employment.
Level 2 Certificate in Childcare
This course is designed for learners who want to develop a career as a childminder, youth worker, nursery nurse or nursery manager. It provides essential knowledge and skills for supporting the care, learning, and development of children and young people (from birth to 19 years). This qualification is suitable for those seeking to work in early years settings, schools and youth services.
Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare
The Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare has been developed in collaboration with the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY). This qualification prepares learners to set up a home based childcare setting as a registered childminder.
Ready to get started?
Before joining one of our Hair and Beauty courses, you’ll need to complete a short assessment in English and Maths. This helps us ensure the course is right for you and allows us to identify any additional support you may need. You should have good basic skills in English, communication and numeracy.
If you’d prefer to speak with someone, you can also book an assessment session by contacting our Learning Support team on 0208 496 2974.
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020 8496 2974Address
Queens Road Learning Centre97 Queens Road
Walthamstow
London
E17 8QR