Brent Children & Families Information Service

020 8937 3001 www.brent.gov.uk/childcare Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley HA9 0FJ

Childcare Courses, ESOL and related subjects in Brent and neighbouring boroughs

2013– 2014

CALL THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INFORMATION SERVICE ON 020 8937 3001 OR AT [email protected] AND ASK FOR THE CHILDCARE COURSES LIST.

Introduction - Why study a childcare qualification? A qualification in childcare opens up the possibility of a number of interesting and challenging career paths.

You may be interested in returning to study after a break and there are short and long term options to suit your personal needs. You may already have a childcare qualification and be looking for further study to improve your career options or just wish to take a course for personal development. Either way, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in childcare.

For the full list of qualifications relevant for delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage please see https://www.education.gov.uk/eypqd/qualification-search There has recently been a qualifications review in Early Years so there may be changes to these qualifications in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions: Where can I study? There are eight main providers of childcare qualifications in and around Brent: CODE • Brent Adult & Community Education Service 020 8937 3950/3940 BACES • Barnet 020 8266 4000 Barnet • College of North West 020 8208 5000 CNWL • Ealing, Hammersmith & 0800 980 2175 EHWLC • FCL College (Pitman Training) 020 8903 9580 FCL • College 020 8909 6030 Harrow • Kensington and Chelsea College 020 7573 5333 KCC • in Harrow 020 8420 7700 Stanmore • London College of Professional Training Centre For Lifelong 020 3239 0574 LCPT • The Childcare company – online courses 01753 596 004 online

These eight providers host a variety of childcare qualifications, both full and part time, at various locations in and around their boroughs. If you are interested in finding out more about a particular course you should contact the college directly. How much will a course cost me? Course fees depend on individual circumstances; you may be entitled to study a course without charge. You should contact course providers directly to find out what fees you may need to pay. Financial Support If you are already in paid work in a Brent Private, Voluntary or Independent Setting you may be able to access partial funding from the Local Authority. Please contact Jane Stewart, Workforce Development and PVI Link Officer on 0208 937 3270 for further information.

Tax Credits  Child tax credit – for most families on incomes up to £50,000, or families with a baby under 1 year.  Working Tax Credit – for low income families with one parent working at least 16 hours per week  Childcare element of Working Tax Credit – for low income families with childcare costs and both parents working at least 16 hours per week You may be able to claim up to 70% of childcare costs up to £175 per week (up to £122.50) for one child or 70% of costs up to £300 per week (up to £210) for two or more children through the childcare element of Working Tax Credit. You can claim childcare element Working Tax Credit if you and the partner you live with are working at least 16 hours per week.

Work out what you can claim by visiting www.hmrc.gov.uk and clicking on Tax Credits. You can also call 0845 300 3900

Funding Support What help is available for full-time students with children If you are a full-time student with children you may qualify for extra financial help on top of the standard student finance package. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to get: •the Childcare Grant (to help with childcare costs) •the Parents' Learning Allowance (to help towards learning costs) For more information please contact: Helpline: 0800 121 8989 https://www.gov.uk/grant-bursary-adult-learners

Care to Learn (C2L) If you are under 20, C2L can assist you with the costs of registered childcare, and travelling expenses to and from the childcare provider. If you are starting or continuing a course in September you can claim up to £175 a week towards the cost of Ofsted registered childcare. Application forms are available from our Student Fund Administrators or you can call The Learner Support Helpline: 0800 121 8989 or visit: www.gov.uk/care-to-learn

Support with travel costs If you are aged 16 to 18 studying in full time education and live in London you can apply for Zip Oyster card for reduced cost travel on buses trains and tubes. For more information is on TfL website www.tfl.gov.uk Childcare and related Courses

CONTENTS ESOL Page 5 ENGLISH Page 6 FIRST AID / EMERGENCY AID Page 6 FOOD HYGIENE Page 6 APPRENTICESHIPS IN CHILDCARE Page 7 CHILDMINDING Page 7 PREPARATION FOR CHILDCARE Page 7 CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 1. Page 8 CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 2. Page 9 CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 3. Page 9 & 10 CHILDCARE COURSES – FOUNDATION Page 10 DEGREE AND LEVEL 4 SUPPORTING TEACHING Page 11 PREPARING TO TEACH Page 11 TEACHING QUALIFICATION Page 11 PLAYWORKER Page 12 Please note that the ‘Duration’ and ‘Can lead to’ columns have may be blank where information was not received from the college. Please contact the college directly for these details.

Course Name Content Duration Can lead to College code ESOL ESOL for childcare Requirements: Entry level 3 of English 15 weeks Further Harrow This course is for learners who want to go on to a training career in childcare ESOL 16-18 Requirements: Based on assessment Employment Barnet Entry Level 1 and Level 2 The college offers a range of Esol Courses. For or any further furthers details please contact college training Esol Vocational Course Requirements: Based on assessment options in childcare For further details please contact college Esol Reading Speaking & Requirements: Based on assessment 1 Year Employment CNWL Listening The college offers a range of Esol Courses. For or any further furthers details please contact college training ESOL Skills for Life Requirements: Short Spoken FCL The Skills for Life tests are designed for learners aged courses English 14 plus whose home language is not English, who are living or trying to settle in . For further details please contact the college ESOL with Citizenship For further information please contact the college ESOL Requirements: 8 hours Progress onto Harrow ESOL classes are for residents and those seeking a week the next asylum in the UK who want to improve their English Course language skills, whether to study, find work or just communicate more confidently. ESOL Skills For Life Requirements: Proficiency in reading, writing Advanced Stanmore Level 2 This course is designed for students whose home Level 3 CNWL language is not English. English skills are Harrow developed through a diverse range of topics, including: work, leisure and health. Course Name Content Duration Can lead to College code English English for speakers of other Requirements: Based on assessment Employment Harrow languages The college offers a range of Esol Courses. For or any further KCC furthers details please contact college training English Requirements: 15 weeks National Level 1, 2 For further details please to contact college certificate in and 3 literacy English for all Levels Requirements: Based on assessment Short Further FCL If you wish develop your speaking, listening, reading, courses Training writing and study skills this course is for you. Spoken English Requirements: Based on assessment For further information please contact the college ESOL Citizenship exam For further information please contact the college preparation FIRST AID / EMERGENCY AID Paediatric First Aid Requirements: 2 days The BACES This course meets the requirements set down by certificate Ofsted for the Early Years Foundation Stage. It is awarded is suitable for anyone who has responsibility for valid for 3 children in schools, nurseries or at home. years First Aid for Early Years Requirements: 4 week KCC This course is suitable for all those who wish to work with children including parents, nannies and child minders. The certificate is accepted by OFSTED for those who wish to work in a child care setting. FOOD HYGIENE Food Hygiene Foundation Requirements: No previous knowledge required. 5 hours FCL Level Those who need to meet food handler training requirements. To prepare candidates for a Foundation Level (Basic) food hygiene examination Course Name Content Duration Can lead to College code APPRENTICESHIPS IN CHILDCARE Childcare Apprenticeship programmes are structured to give you 1 year Harrow skills and knowledge that you can use throughout your career. As well as training you in our workshops and also support you in the workplace to help embed your newfound knowledge into your day to day work activities. Child Care, Learning and Requirements: Stanmore Development You’ll gain an NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) which will help you develop the key skills needed for employment in your chosen industry. You’ll be assessed in the workplace and by attending college for a day. CHILDMINDING Introduction to childminding For further details please contact to the college 3 months CNWL A Home Based Childcare This course is to prepare learners to work as home 4 month Online Service based child carers / childminders / nannies. As well as FCL learning relevant aspects of childcare, this knowledge based unit supports the development of policies and procedures relevant to registration and the basic business skills to set up a home based childcare service CACHE Entry 3 Award For further details please contact to the college 2 days CACHE BACES Level 1 PREPARATION FOR CHILDCARE CACHE Level 1 Requirements: There are no formal entry Harrow This programme is designed for students who wish to gain knowledge in Childcare, such as: How a child grows in his mother's womb, being a responsible, parent, caring for young children, play and learning in the home Course Content Duration Can lead College code Name to CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 1 CACHE Level 1 This qualification will allow learners to gain an Higher BACES Introduction to an Early understanding of the provision of childcare available in Lever KCC Years an early years settings. It is an excellent foundation for FCL progression to a career in childcare CNWL CACHE L1 Diploma in This course is designed for students who are 6 months Level 2 CNWL Caring for Children interested in learning about childcare. For further With Language support details pleas speak to the college CACHE L1 Diploma in Requirements: 2 GCSEs grade 1 year Level 2 Barnet Caring for Children This is a fresh start if you want to learn about working CNWL with children EHWLC Caring for Children Requirements: Entry Level qualification 1 year Level 2 EHWLC BTEC Certificate This course is for you if you would like to take the first step in learning to care for children. Work experience opportunities are available to eligible students Certificate in Caring for a Requirements: GCSE grades mainly E or better 1 year Further Harrow Child/Children This course is for those who want to gain an training understanding of the skills required to care for children CACHE Requirements: No formal entry need 1 year Level 2 KCC Certificate in Caring for This certificate does not give you a qualification to Award/ LCPT Children work with children but is a step towards further Certificate education and training Child Care Young Level 1 For further details please contact college 1 year Level 2 CNWL People’s Workforce CACHE Level 1 Award This course is aimed at students that would like to Level 2 Stanmore Certificate in Introduction progress to a level 2 course within the care or early Diploma Children’s & Young people years sector Course Name Content Duration Can lead College to code CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 2 Level 2 Certificate Requirements: No formal Entry required 1 Year Level 3 CNWL for the Children This is a course for those aged 16 -18 who wish to make a EHWLC and Young career in childcare. The Certificate will guide and assess Harrow People’s Workforce development of knowledge and skills relating to Early KCC, FCL Learning and Childcare workforces. Where appropriate, it Stanmore also confirms competence in these areas and serves as LCPT Online the required qualification for all new practitioners for registration and regulatory requirements in the sector CACHE L 2 Foundation Requirements: 2 GCSEs grade C/D 1 Year Level 3 CNWL Certificate Caring This course will develop a basic understanding of for Children childcare and child development and looking for a course that will train you to work in a supervised role, in child care employment as an assistant, then this is the perfect programme for you CACHE L 2 Award, Requirements: 2 GCSEs grade C/D 1 Year Level 3 Barnet Certificate, Diploma in The course will provide you with a basic understanding of Stanmore Childcare & Education childcare and child development. The course gives both the theoretical understanding and practical workplace skills to prepare students for safe, effective employment at assistant level in childcare settings CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 3 Diploma for the Children Requirements: Childcare Level 2 plus GCSE grace C 2 Year Level 4 or CNWL and Young Peoples This qualification will help you in gaining employment Foundation KCC Workforce caring for children. It will equip you with the skills needed Degree FCL for career opportunities such as a senior nursery worker, course, Stanmore nanny, nursery supervisor, teaching assistant or nursery LCPT online manager EHWLC CACHE L 3 Diploma in Requirements: 5 GCSE's at grade or above 1 Year Higher Barnet Childcare and Education You will learn about children at different stages in their Education CNWL growth and development. You will also learn how to care Foundatio EHWLC for and educate children and how to work with parents, n carers and other professionals in this field. The course Degree offers the underpinning knowledge to gain a level 3 qualification Course Content Duration Can lead to College Name code CHILDCARE COURSES – LEVEL 3 CACHE Certificate, Diploma Requirements: to 5 GCSEs at grade A* to c Higher Stanmore in This two-year course leads to a well-respected and Education or Childcare & Education nationally recognised Level 3 working qualification. Employment This course gives both the theoretical understanding and practical workplace skills to prepare students for safe, effective employment with children CHILDCARE COURSES – FOUNDATION LEVEL 4 and DEGREE LEVEL Early Childhood Studies Requirements: Level 3 relevant qualification 2 years Childhood Barnet Foundation Degree For further detail please contact the college Studies or BA Hons Foundation Degree in This Foundation Degree is awarded by LSBU and is 2 years Further KCC Early Years designed for people working in Early Years settings who study want to gain a higher qualification whilst still working. You must hold a full Level 3 qualification/Diploma in Child Care and Education or Early Years or NNEB or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Foundation Degree in Requirements: 2 years Open Early Years Practice Open University, www.kingston.ac.uk Tel:0208 417 9000 university, Foundation Degree in Requirements: Further Stanmore working with Children For further information please contact the college study CNWL and young people BA (HONS) WORKING IN This course is a one year top up programme validated by 1 year Further Stanmore INTEGRATED SERVICES the University of West London. It is for learners who have study FOR CHILDREN AND already successfully completed the foundation degree YOUNG PEOPLE Working with Children and Young People or a foundation degree in a related childcare field such as play work or healthcare play specialism. The course includes a focus on working with young people as well as exploring children’s services and the changes to safeguarding children with the extended age range from birth to 18 years Course Name Content Duration Can lead College to code SUPPORTINGG TEACHING Teaching Assistant For further details please contact college CNWL

Certificate in Supporting This course is for those interested in working as 36 hours Harrow Teaching and Learning in teaching assistants or learning support assistants. This a week KCC Schools course requires students to do one day in college and 2 Online days a week at placement in a school setting Level 2 Certificate in The qualification is suitable for people working in roles 1 Year Level 3 Stanmore Supporting Teaching and that support pupils’ learning including teaching Online Learning in Schools assistants, learning support assistants and special Baces

needs assistants

Level 3 Certificate in This qualification is suitable for people working in Further Supporting Teaching and senior roles in primary, secondary or special schools. study Learning in Schools Prospective students will need at least 6 months experience working in a senior role in school

PREPARING TO TEACH Preparing to teach in the This course is for individuals wanting to deliver adult Further CNWL Lifelong learning programmes in their area of expertise. study KCC TEACHING QUALIFICATION Teaching is a graduate profession so you must have a first degree, and then a post graduate certificate of education (PGCE). If your first degree is in education, then you will not need a PGCE.

There are many routes to attaining qualified teacher status (QTS). To achieve qualified teacher status you need to complete an initial teacher training (ITT) course. There are a number of options available so you can choose the one which most suits your needs. You are required to have a GSCE in Maths, English and Science if you wish to teach in a primary setting.

All ITT courses include the opportunity to spend time in school to help develop your teaching skills and they are designed to build your confidence as you learn about key teaching methods. Learn more about the options for ITT courses on the 's Teaching Agency website. http://www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/teacher-training-options PLAYWORKER Healthcare Play Level 4 Foundation Degree will build on your skills and 2 Years Stanmore knowledge from prior experience of working with Part time children and young people, and your previous training at Level 3 as a practitioner in Child Care or a related field such as Play work Playwork Transition Award The qualification is based on the National 4 months Online Level 3 Occupational standards for Playwork and has been developed for Early Years practitioners who would like to broaden their knowledge and work in playwork settings CACHE LEVEL 2 AWARD, Designed for those working with children and Level3 Online CERTIFICATE AND young people between 4-16 years of age in a variety LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA (NVQ) IN of play environments. They provide learners with an PLAYWORK (QCF) understanding of the importance of play and playwork in children and young people’s lives CACHE LEVEL 3 AWARD IN Designed for those working or wishing Online INDUCTION TO to work in a senior role with children and young PLAYWORK, people between 4-16 years of age in a variety of play LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN environments and allow learners to achieve above the PLAYWORK AND LEVEL 3 level of the qualification (Diploma only) as it contains DIPLOMA (NVQ) optional units IN PLAYWORK (QCF) About the

Brent Adult and Community Education Service, Stonebridge Centre, 1 Morland Gardens, NW10 8DY

Brent Adult & Community Education Service (BACES) offer a range of childcare courses from an introductory to professional level. Additional Learning Support If you are a Brent resident, BACES can provide you with information and support to help you to make the right career decisions choose the learning opportunities which are right for you and progress in education and into employment. The service offers free, confidential, impartial and up-to-date advice. Call the Guidance Hotline on 020 8838 2882 or visit www.brent.gov.uk/baces.

College of North West London, Dudden Hill Lane, NW10 2XD The college offers a number of different courses enabling you to work in schools and nurseries.. All the courses offered are nationally recognised and are part of the government’s new qualification framework. You will be taught by highly skilled staff with a wide range of experience in early years education and care. If you think you will find it difficult to study in English, the college also runs English tuition alongside your chosen programme of study. Advice and guidance The Course Information Centres based at the college can give you free advice about all aspects of your studies and can help you to choose your next step. You can talk to them about choosing the right course, career or training scheme. If you wish to apply to university or find a job, then they can help you at each stage of the process. They can also give you advice on how to finance your studies, travel and child care. The service is located at all three centres and you can drop in for advice. Flexible ways to study You can study during the day for one to five days a week, in the evenings, on Saturdays or by using one of our drop-in workshops. The length of your course can vary from 10 to 72 weeks – it depends on the level of study and your experience. Support for those with learning difficulties The college supports a range of learning difficulties and disabilities for example, physical disabilities, visual difficulties, mental health issues, Aspergers, dyslexia and medical issues. The College has trained staff to support you. Please contact Learning Support on 0208 208 5182 for further information. A diverse college The college respects the diverse cultural and religious traditions of all its students. To help those groups who require special provision the college will attempt to provide appropriate facilities. For further information please contact the college on 020 8208 5050 or visit www.cnwl.ac.uk. Pitman Training FCL College Ltd, Sive Kumar, Hazel House, 1-3 Lancelot Road, HA0 2AJ Who uses FCL TRAINING? There are no barriers to learning new skills: People looking to create their own career opportunities by achieving pitman Diplomas in their chose subjects School and University leavers and family having to return to work. For further information please contact Pitman Training on 020 8903 9580 www.pitman-training.com/wembley

Barnet College, Graseby House, High Street, Barnet, EN5 5UJ (opposite police station) At Barnet College you can choose from a wide range of qualifications from foundation to advanced and even through to higher education. It is important to make the right choices. If you need help choosing your course, you can arrange personal guidance. Additional Learning Support If you have a disability or learning difficulty, or need to improve your basic skills, you may need additional support to succeed. Our staff in the learning support team can discuss what extra help may be available for you. English for speakers of other languages The college offers range of full time and part time English language courses form beginners to advanced level students. Childcare and Early Years Education Barnet College offers a wide range of courses that are suited to learners wishing to work in childcare and the development children’s skills and education. It is important for you to think carefully and realistically about why you want a career in this difficult but rewarding area. You will require satisfactory interviews and reference. You must also provide a Health and Criminal Records Bureau check. The College childcare courses will prepare you for general employment in a variety of childcare and education settings. For further information please contact the College on 0208 266 4000 or visit www.barnet.ac.uk.

Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, Gliddon Road, Barons Court, W14 9BL Advice and guidance Advice and guidance is available on course choices at information centres located at each of their four college sites. There is a drop-in service to assist you with your enquiries. Care and Early Years The college develops students’ academic and professional skills within their chosen area, be it health care or early years. The Care and Early Years Department offers a range of academic and vocational qualifications that will provide you with the necessary skills to begin work or to progress within the health and care industry. Additional Learning Support The college offers extra support in order to help you learn and achieve your chosen qualification. For further information please contact the College on 0800 034 0384 or visit www.wlc.ac.uk Harrow college - Campus, Brookshill, Harrow Weald, Middlesex, HA3 6RR Careers and Higher Education Advice At Harrow College all students have access to the Careers Department for help and specialist advice. Supported Learning The College has a very positive attitude to students who need support. Their Learning Support Team offers help to students with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, literacy/numeracy problems, or medical problems. They also offer support if English is your second or other language. For further information please contact the College on 0208 909 6100 or visit www.harrow.ac.uk.

Kensington and Chelsea College - Hortensia Centre, Hortensia Road, SW10 0QS Wide range of courses at several locations, some of which are close to the Brent borders. Support for those with learning difficulties The college has a range of resources to support you in your studies, including staff (support worker etc), facilities electronic note taking audio equipment, scanners) and building facilities. For further information please contact the College on 020 7573 5333 or visit www.kcc.ac.uk .

Stanmore Adult College - Elm Park, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 4BQ West London Early Years Centre of Vocational Excellence at Stanmore College provides a wide range of training for your career in the Early Years and Care sectors. Advice and guidance Some courses require an initial assessment to make sure you are enrolling on the right course at the right level. This is a simple on- screen or paper-based exercise which takes about 20 minutes and is designed to check levels of English and/or numeracy. These initial assessments can be done on the above dates. Following this you will be given advice and guidance about which course is appropriate for you. To comply with the Children Act 1989, a satisfactory Police Report will be required for all work placements. If you do not have a current police check, you can apply for one from the College for £40. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a place on an Early Years course. Our policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders can be viewed upon request. Supported Learning For learning support speak to the college directly. If English isn’t your first language If you want to improve your English language skills, take a look at ESOL courses. For further information please contact the College on 0208 420 7700 or visit www.stanmore.ac.uk.

Online training Course content incorporates the EYFS and is delivered online. Providers include: The Childcare company www.thechildcarecompany.com Tel: 01753 596 004

The London College of Professional Training www.hmrc.gov.uk Limited Tel: 203 239 0574