This qualification is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people from birth to 19 years. It supports a wide range of job roles and occupational areas and is split into two specialist pathways:

This qualification covers the following pathways:

• Social Care
• Learning, Development and Support Services

It is suitable for learners who wish to develop their professional capabilities in both supervised and unsupervised settings, with opportunities for progression into senior or supervisory roles in children and young people’s services.

Who Is It Suitable For?

This qualification is ideal for those who are working or want to work at a supervisory level in the children and young people’s workforce, including both early years and youth settings.

Work Placement Requirement

Do you need to be working to take the qualification? Yes, learners must be working, volunteering, or on a practical placement. You need to demonstrate competence in both theoretical knowledge and applied skills.

Duration

You can usually complete the course in 1 year.

Additional Information

This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about points allocation, please visit the UCAS website.