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 NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-Based Childcare 

 Start your childcare career with a recognised Level 3 qualification 

£300 | 100% Online | 12 Months Access | NCFE CACHE Award

Start your childcare career with a recognised Level 3 qualification

 Train online, at your own pace, with Stepping Stones Training. This NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award is ideal for aspiring childminders, nannies, au pairs and home-based childcare workers. 

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 NCFE CACHE accredited ● Flexible online learning ● Start anytime ● Designed for future childminders 

Is this course for you?

 This course is designed for people who want to work in home-based childcare, including: 

- Aspiring childminders

- Nannies

- Au pairs

- Childminding assistants

- Anyone preparing to run or support a home-based childcare setting

What you’ll learn

 You’ll build the knowledge needed to provide safe, professional and supportive childcare, including: 

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Safeguarding and child protection

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Stepping Stones

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Health, safety and risk assessment

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Equality, diversity and inclusion

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Children’s development, learning and behaviour

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The value of play and observation

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Working with parents and professionals

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Setting up and managing a home-based childcare business

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Financial, tax and registration responsibilities

Why choose Stepping Stones?

Built for real childcare practice

 Our course is designed to help you understand how childcare works in everyday home-based settings. 

Study around your schedule

 Complete your learning online, at your own pace, with 12 months’ access. 

Clear assessment route

 You’ll complete coursework, portfolio evidence and professional discussion rather than a traditional exam, matching your current page’s assessment information. 

Recognised awarding body

 The qualification is awarded by NCFE CACHE, a recognised name in childcare and early years qualifications. 

 Course details 

 Detail   Information 
 Qualification  NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-Based Childcare
Delivery 100% online
Duration 50 guided learning hours
Access 12 months
Assessment Coursework, portfolio and professional discussion
Price £300
Awarding Body NCFE CACHE

 

Ready to start your childcare qualification?

 Enrol today and begin working towards your NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home-Based Childcare. 

FQAs

Is this course online?

 Yes, the course is 100% online and self-paced. 

How long do I get access for?

 You receive 12 months’ access. 

Is this qualification recognised?

 Yes, it is an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award. 

Is there an exam?

 The qualification is internally assessed through evidence such as assignments, tasks or portfolio work. 

Who is this course suitable for?

 It is suitable for people preparing to work in home-based childcare, including aspiring childminders, nannies, au pairs and childminding assistants. 

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