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Child Care Level-1 3h45m

Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Working in Child Care Industries

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Updated: May 14, 2026

Course Overview

Everything you need to know before you enroll.

Duration

3h45m

Access

Lifetime Access

Level

Level-1

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Description

Create a stable future with our Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Working in Child Care Course.

Did you know child care is one of the UK’s fastest-expanding job sectors, needing skilled workers? Our beginner-friendly Working in Child Care Course teaches you to care for babies and understand child development.

Why Choose Our Course

  1. 100% Online Access
  2. Flexible Study Hours
  3. Interactive Quizzes Included
  4. Expert Video Lectures
  5. 24/7 Learner Support

Working in Child Care Course Overview

This Working in Child Care Course teaches the basics of caring for babies and children. The course is designed for beginners who want a career in the child care sector. Employers in the UK need skilled childcare workers who can be confident in interviews. 

With our course, you’ll gain the knowledge most employers want. Learn about child development, communication, care routines, and teamwork skills. Also, learn about how to manage a safe and caring environment for care settings. This builds confidence, prepares you for interviews, and helps you progress in child care.

What You’ll Learn

In this Working in Child Care Course, you will:

  1. Care for babies and support safe daily routines.
  2. Care for children with patience and understanding.
  3. Understand child development from birth to 3 years.
  4. Support children in language and communication.
  5. Build strong and positive workplace relationships.
  6. Addressing bullying and harassment in child care settings.
  7. Promote safe play and encourage early learning activities.
  8. Develop teamwork skills to support a positive child care setting.

Can I Use This Course To Progress To Higher Qualifications?

Yes. After completing our Level 1 course, you can move on to Level 2 Childcare or related qualifications. This will open up more career opportunities in nurseries, schools, and health care settings.

Entry Requirements

To join our Working in Child Care Course, you need:

  1. Must be 16 or older.
  2. Basic reading and writing ability.
  3. Simple computer and internet skills.
  4. No formal qualifications required.

Who Should Take This Course

This Working in Child Care Course is perfect for:

  1. School leavers starting their career.
  2. Job seekers wanting child care skills.
  3. Parents wanting knowledge to help their children.
  4. People looking for stable, caring careers. 

Assessment

The Working in Child Care Course includes quizzes after each module. You’ll need to pass with 60% or above to receive your certificate.

Career Paths

This Working in Child Care Course can give you a working chance in roles like:

  1. Nursery Assistant
  2. Child Care Worker
  3. Teaching Assistant
  4. Playgroup Assistant
  5. NHS Support Worker

Your Practical Skills for a Real Career!

Start your Working in Child Care Course today. Gain skills, empower yourself and step into a caring career now!

Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)

1. What can you do with Level 1 Childcare?

  1. You can apply for entry-level roles like nursery assistant or child care support.

2. What is a Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children?

  1. It’s a beginner qualification covering child care basics, development, and communication skills.

3. What is the minimum requirement to work in childcare?

  1. You usually need a Level 1 or higher, plus a caring attitude and skills.

4. Can I do Level 2 Childcare without Level 1?

  1. Yes, many providers allow direct entry into Level 2 without Level 1.

5. Do you need maths and English for Childcare Level 1?

  1. No, you only need basic reading and writing skills to start Level 1.

6. How much can you earn for free childcare hours?

  1. Funding varies, but providers often get around £5 per free childcare hour in the UK.



Course Curriculum

Module 01: Caring for a Baby

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55 min

Module 02: Caring for a Child

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55 min

Module 03: Child Development (0-3 Years)

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25 min

Module 04: Developing Language and Communication Skills in Children

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40 min

Module 05: Building & Managing Workplace Relationship

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30 min

Module 06: Bullying & Harassment In The Workplace

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20 min

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How to earn your certificate:

  1. Complete all learning modules
  2. Pass quizzes with at least 60%
  3. Finish the final assessment
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Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

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This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

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Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

Ellie Jones

Ellie Jones

★★★★★

I was after a Teaching Assistant course I could do from home. On CourseCave, I ticked online and part‑time and it showed me a few good options straight away.

1 year ago

Ruby Clarke

Ruby Clarke

★★★★★

I didn’t know whether to do Level 2 or Level 3 admin. The Course Cave blog explained each level in plain English, so I could choose without guessing

1 year ago

Olivia Green

Olivia Green

★★★★☆

I liked the Course Cave showed what each course covers, lesson by lesson. I picked a digital marketing course because I could see all the topics before paying

11 months ago

Josh Atkinson

Josh Atkinson

★★★★☆

The new Course Cave site is much clearer than before. Took me about a minute to go from search to picking a course.

1 year ago

Sophie Patel

Sophie Patel

★★★★★

Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

1 year ago

George Ahmed

George Ahmed

★★★★☆

Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

1 year ago

Amelia Clarke

Amelia Clarke

★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

★★★★★

Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

9 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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