NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Understanding Safeguarding in Education and Childcare Settings Study Mode: Part Time   |    Course Level: Level 1

Where will this course lead?

The purpose of this qualification is to give learners the knowledge and understanding of their legal responsibility to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and learners.

The qualification is aimed at any member of staff, parent, governor, volunteer or visitor that works with, or has access to, children and learners.

What will I study?

LO1 Know the legal framework that exists to safeguard children and learners in education and childcare settings

LO 2 Understand policies, procedures and practices to safeguard children and learners in education and childcare settings

LO 3 Know key indicators that raise concerns about a child or learner's welfare

LO4 Understand the potential risks associated with technology, social media, online bullying, grooming, exploitation and radicalisation in education and childcare settings

How will this course be delivered?

The course is classroom based and will be delivered at Blossomfield Campus for twelve weeks.

What qualifications will I get?

NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Understanding Safeguarding in Education and Childcare Settings.

How will I be assessed?

Mandatory units

Understand safeguarding and protection in education and childcare settings

Understand the role of the education and childcare practitioner in safeguarding children and learners

Assessment - Internally assessed and externally quality assured portfolio of evidence

What are the entry requirements?

This qualification is designed for any member of staff, parent, governor, volunteer or visitor that works with, or has access to, children and learners. Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification. A good standard of English and IT skills is required.

What else do I need to know?

Learners registered on this qualification should not undertake another qualification at the same level with the same or a similar title, as duplication of learning may affect funding eligibility.

*Free subject to eligibility criteria.

What can I do after this course?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

• Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools