Paragon skills for industry

Available: South, South East and South West of England

As an employer you will be committed to developing your greatest asset- your workforce. In the childcare sector, this is becoming more important than ever before. The minimum qualification staff must now have is an NVQ Level 2.

The award is aimed at nursery assistants, creche workers and special educational needs assistants working in a supporting role and caters for those working with children aged from 0-16 years. It will help to build the necessary skills and attitude to ensure that young children receive the highest standards of care.

Childcare Apprenticeships have been designed by employers to meet the needs of the industry, and have been developed to help create the managers of the future.

What does an Apprenticeship include?

A Childcare Apprenticeship includes:

• An NVQ in Children’s Care Learning and Development at Level 2
• Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number at Level 1
• A Technical Certificate – City and Guilds Progression Award in Children’s Care, Learning and Development at Level 2

Technical Certificates focus on the knowledge and understanding that underpins the NVQ, and are provided through a programme of off-the-job training.

Apprentices will also learn about Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) and will receive training in Paediatric First Aid.

An Advanced Apprenticeship includes:

• An NVQ in Children’s Care Learning and Development at Level 3
• Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number at Level 2
• A Technical Certificate – City and Guilds Progression Award in Children’s Care, Learning and Development at Level 3

You have a key role in developing your Apprentice’s learning plan. We work with you to ensure that the Apprenticeship meets the needs of your business.

Core units of the NVQ include:

• Supporting children’s development
• Supporting children’s play and learning
• Keeping children safe
• Promoting effective communication

In addition you will select from a wide range of optional units in order to tailor the Apprenticeship to meet your requirements.

Why not contact us for more information:

Further information is also available from the Children’s Workforce Development Council at: www.cwdcouncil.org.uk