CACHE Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate - N092

This is a Study Programme for students who are 16-18 years of age.

To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need:

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including English and Maths (or L1  Functional Skills in English and Maths)

OR

A relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)

Satisfactory DBS

If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.

To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment and undertake particular activities as part of your studies.

To further enhance your learning experience the following will be required:

• Uniform 
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check Certificate 

These come at an additional cost.

If you need support with these costs, don't worry, click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans

Equipment purchased will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career.

At interview you will need to:

• Show evidence of current GCSE results
• Demonstrate level 1 English during assessment and interview which includes speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Show that you are motivated, committed and have excellent punctuality and attendance.
• Present a Record of Achievement from your last school.

Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:

• A qualification such as BTEC Extended Diploma
• Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
• English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C (grade 4 or above) in English and maths
• Non-study activities such as tutorials, voluntary work, fund-raising/charity work, sport or trips

When you have successfully completed your course you may be able to progress (although not automatic and ensuring Level 2 entry requirements are met) into the CACHE Level 2 Certificate in an Introduction to Early Years Education and Care.

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You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:

• N089 - CACHE Preparing to Work in Early Years Education and Care Level 3 Certificate
• N116 - Foundation T level Programme Early Years Practitioner