Childcare and education

Childcare & Education

What you'll learn

Gain knowledge, skills and understanding about how to care for and support children’s development in early years or educational settings.

Courses are available at all our main Adult Learning Centres, with start dates throughout the year.

Course Name	Description	Duration
Making Career Choices in Care and Education	Not sure exactly what area you want to work in? Find out more about working in the care and education sectors.	15 Hours
Preparing to Work in Schools (Level 1 Award)	Develop the knowledge and skills needed to support children and young people in their schools	10 Weeks
Working in Early Years Settings (Level 1 Award)	Develop a basic knowledge of childcare in early years settings	11 Weeks
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Level 2 Certificate)	Learn about children's and young peoples's development, and develop skills and knowledge to support those with disabilities or special educational needs	36 Weeks
Supporting Individuals with Learning Difficulties (Level 2 Award)	Develop skills and knowledge to work or volunteer with individuals with learning disabilities	18 Weeks
Support Work in Schools and Colleges (Level 2 Award)	Develop the skills and knowledge to work or volunteer in a school or college setting	18 Weeks
Safeguarding in a Learning Environment (Level 1 Award)	Enhance learning and professional development around safeguarding in the workplace	6 Weeks

Longsight Library and Learning Centre
Day	Date	Time
Friday	11/1/19	9.30am - 12:00pm
Friday	14/6/19	9.30am - 12:00pm

Newton House
Day	Date	Time
Friday	1/3/2019	9.30am - 12:00pm