HOME ECONOMICS - SKILLS FOR WORK Early Learning & Childcare National 4

What are the aims of this course?

This course is an excellent opportunity for pupils who want to work in the care industry especially with children. The course has been designed to link closely to the proposed National Occupational Standards for children’s care, learning, development and play work.

This course will be delivered in partnership with school, college of further education, employers and other training providers.

What will I be learning about in this course?

Childcare Development

Working in Early Education & Childcare

Play in Early Education & Childcare

Care of Children

What skills will I develop?

Pupils will develop core skills, an understanding of the work place, positive attitudes to learning as well as employability skills.

What learning and teaching approaches will I experience?

It will be delivered in partnership with school, colleges, employers and other training providers.

Visits to outside agencies, employment places, nurseries or childcare establishments,

visitors/speakers in school.

How will I be assessed?

Mainly through performance of practical activities supported by assessor observation checklists.

Assessments to be completed throughout units and placements.

What are the homework requirements?

Will be issued on a regular basis.

What might this course lead to in the future?

Can lead to employment in the childcare industry.

Further training/education in courses related to childcare, care & teaching.