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Full Time
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1 Year
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Boston
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September 2025
Caring for Children Diploma Level 1
Add to ShortlistThe CACHE Caring for Children Diploma Level 1 is designed to inspire and support students in developing essential skills and knowledge for caring for young children. This course is ideal for a diverse range of individuals, including young people looking to build life skills and those considering a future career in childcare.
Covering the age range from birth to five years and 11 months, the course provides a foundational understanding of early years education and child development. Students will explore key topics such as child wellbeing, play, and communication, all of which are essential for creating a nurturing environment. Additionally, the course helps develop vital personal and professional skills, preparing students for further studies in the childcare sector. Through engaging lessons and practical insights, this diploma serves as an excellent stepping stone for those who wish to progress into more advanced qualifications or careers in early childhood education and care.
Please note that this qualification does not confer competence or license to practise.
What will I do?
During the course, you will cover topics including:
- Introduction to Child Development
- How Children Learn and Develop
- Activities to Support Child Progression
- Health and Safety
- Safeguarding Children Aged 0-5 Years and 11 Months
You will also have the opportunity to complete the below qualifications:
- Earth Week โ Tackling the Climate Emergency Level 1
- Introduction to Communication Development Level 1
- Preparing for the Workplace Level 1
- Non-regulated Emergency Paediatric First Aid Level 1
- Non-Regulated Theatrical Reading
- Non-Regulated Makaton
In addition to your course, you may also study either GCSE or Functional Skills English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.
Entry Qualifications
To study the Caring for Children Diploma Level 1, you will need to have 2 GCSEs at grade 2 or above (old GCSE grade E or above) or equivalent, including English and Maths, or an ESOL Entry Level 3 qualification.
Attendance
The Caring for Children Diploma Level 1 will take you 1 year to complete. You will attend college from 9:00am-4:30pm for 3-4 days per week at our Rochford Campus in Boston.
Fees
The Caring for Children Diploma Level 1 is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.
If you are aged 19+, this course will cost ยฃ1500.
Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
How Will I Be Assessed
You will be assessed via practical assessments and course work, including observations, booklets, and posters.
Where Could It Lead?
Upon completing your Caring for Children Diploma Level 1, you will have the foundational knowledge and skills needed to take the next step in your education and career. You can progress onto a Level 2 childcare qualification which will further enhance your understanding of early years education.
To explore other Early Years and Schools courses available at Boston College, visit our Early Years and Schools page.
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What you could earn
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ยฃ47,512
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ยฃ31,905
average
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ยฃ13,437
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