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Diploma in Childcare

QLS Endorsed & CPD UK Certified | 6 Free Courses + Free PDF & HARDCOPY Certificates | Free Retake Exam | Lifetime Access

Provided by Training Express Ltd

Summary

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Study method
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Duration
4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Hard copy certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

[Updated 2025]

This Advanced Diploma in Childcare is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the different areas of childcare and the skills required to promote the development, health and safety of children. The Childcare course includes theoretical training and guidance, ideal for teachers, childminders, childcare and social care workers.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of childcare and safeguarding policies and procedures
  • Discuss and identify the different types of special educational needs
  • Identify the key stages in childcare development and the areas of development
  • Ensure children's healthy childcare & development by providing nutritious & balanced meals
  • Recognise the signs of child abuse and neglect
  • Plan engaging educational play activities that promote learning development
  • Explore the role and functions of childcare services and education services
  • Childcare with mobility issues, learning disabilities, social & emotional needs

Key Features

  • CPD Certification Service Certified Childcare Course (CPD UK)
  • QLS Endorsed
  • Instant e-certificate and hard copy included
  • Fully online, interactive Childcare course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by Childcare professionals
  • Self-paced Childcare learning
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Additional Training Courses

  • Child Psychology Course
  • Paediatric First Aid Course
  • Safeguarding Children Level 2
  • Paediatrics
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Equality and Diversity

Achievement

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

You will get the hard copy certificates for Free! The delivery charge of the hard copy certificate inside the UK is £3.99 each.

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Curriculum

2
sections
12
lectures
4h 2m
total

    • 1: childcare intro Preview 00:46
    • 2: Module 1 Understanding Child Development 33:00 PDF
    • 3: Module 2 Caring for Children 34:00 PDF
    • 4: Module 3 Healthy Food, Healthy living 33:00 PDF
    • 5: Module 4 Keeping Children Healthy & Safe 44:00 PDF
    • 6: Module 5 Child Protection 31:00 PDF
    • 7: Module 6 Play, Imagination and Creativity 35:00 PDF
    • 8: Module 7 Early Years Provision 25:00 PDF
    • 9: Module 8 Children with Special Needs 03:00 PDF

    • 10: Leave a Review 01:00 PDF
    • 11: CPD Certificate 01:00 PDF
    • 12: QLS Certificate 01:00 PDF

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Description

Anyone who works with children must have an excellent understanding of their legal responsibilities when it comes to promoting their wellbeing, and this ChildCare course discusses key duties involved in childcare provision, from safeguarding to child protection.

The detailed curriculum outline of our Childcare course is as follows:

  • Module 1: Understanding Childcare & Development
  • Module 2: Caring for Children
  • Module 3: Healthy Food, Healthy living
  • Module 4: Keeping Children Healthy & Safe
  • Module 5: Childcare & Protection
  • Module 6: Play, Imagination and Creativity
  • Module 7: Early Years Provision
  • Module 8: Children with Special Needs

You’ll learn how to recognise the signs of child abuse and neglect in children, plan educational play activities and support children with physical disabilities, and special educational, social and emotional needs.

This Childcare course also includes essential information on health and nutrition, childcare services, and the factors that affect child growth and development, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to build positive relationships with children and provide a nurturing environment in which they feel comfortable.

Accreditation

Our Childcare course is fully CPD UK accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99).

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the ChildCare course.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for anyone who cares for or works with children or is looking to kickstart a career working with children. This includes:

  • Childcare & Teaching professionals
  • Childminders
  • Nannies
  • Teachers
  • Pediatric Nurses
  • Social Workers
  • Childcare Worker

Requirements

Please note: This course does not qualify you to work as a professional in this specific sector. Instead, this course provides you with knowledge in the relevant field.

Career path

This course will lead you to many different career opportunities, here are few prospects:

  • Residential Childcare Worker: £10.09 - £13.00 per hour
  • Solicitor: £35,000 - £60,000 per annum
  • Nanny: £13.00 - £15.00 per hour
  • Pediatric Nurses: £20.00 - £26.00 per hour

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dona asked:

is this course level 3 child care

Answer:

Dear Dona, Thanks for your query. This is a level 3 course. This CPD course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the different areas of child care.

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Hollie asked:

is this course suitable for working in a nursery?

Answer:

Dear Hollie, Yes, this course is suitable for working in a nursery.

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Amelie asked:

Hi , I wanted to ask a question about childcare course

Answer:

Dear Amelie, This is a bundle of 6 CPD accredited courses. You will get lifetime access to the courses to complete them at your own pace. Thank you.

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Bell asked:

When does the course start and finish?

Answer:

Dear Bell, You can start the course anytime you want. It is flexible and you can complete it at your own pace.

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esra asked:

hello aim interested in child care course can you please give me more information

Answer:

Dear Esra, Thank you for your query. The ChildCare course is a CPD accredited course. It has 8 modules, 3 mock exams and the final exam. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive the PDF certificate for free and the Hardcopy certificate for only £3.99.

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Carlita Northey asked:

Hello is the exams/assessments all done online and is it monthly payments.

Answer:

Dear Carlita, Thank you for your question. This is a bundle course. At the end of the courses, there will be a mock and final exam. The exam will be held online, and exam question will be multiple choice and true/false. You are required to make a one-off payment for this course.

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Rafiat asked:

Is the training online flexible

Answer:

Hi Rafiat, Yes, the training is fully online and flexible. You can complete it at your own pace, allowing you to learn whenever it suits your schedule.

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Childcare asked:

what are required level english to do childcare ?

Answer:

Dear Childcare, The course is designed by professionals in an easy manner so that any learner without any prior requirements can cope with the course studies to develop themselves. Thank you.

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Carly asked:

Hi, are you automatically signed up for the child psychology course, or would you have to sign up separately for this? Thanks

Answer:

Dear Carly, Yes, you will get the child psychology course added automatically to your account. Thanks

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Ms F asked:

If am living in the Uk & sit the exam how long is the course & how much would I pay saying I am on benefit?

Answer:

Dear Ms F, The course duration is 7 hours and the course price is currently £10. Thank You.

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Carine asked:

I'm interested in the online course of ChildCare but Im located in Hong Kong. If I completed the course, may I choose the postal of hard copy of cert?

Answer:

Hello Carine, Thank you for your question. Yes, and the hard copy certificate will be posted to your address.

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Enitan asked:

Hi, can I work in a nursery with this certificate?

Answer:

Dear Enitan, Yes, you can typically work in a nursery with this course. This diploma provides you with the knowledge and skills required for childcare roles, including those in nurseries. Additionally, it is CPD-certified, ensuring it meets recognised standards for professional development in childcare.

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Saliha asked:

How long can you do this course for? Does it have to be completed within 12 months?

Answer:

Dear Saliha, Thanks for your query. You will get lifetime access to the course so you can take as long as you need to complete it.

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Kainat asked:

hi, i want to ask how will the transcript appear on the certificate,will it appear as childcare level 3 diploma with my name?

Answer:

Dear Kainat, Thank you for your query. On the transcript it will appear as the course title.

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Holly asked:

How many years is this course valid?

Answer:

Dear Holly, Thanks for getting in touch. You will have lifetime access to the course, you will be able to access it for as long as you want. Thanks

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Niveen asked:

Is this course valid for life?

Answer:

Dear Niveen, Good Afternoon. Yes, you will get lifetime access to the course.

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Cody asked:

I havnt got a laptop currently could you do the course on my phone

Answer:

Dear Cody, Yes, you can do the course using a smartphone.

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Hasina asked:

Is there a separate certificate for the child psychology course that's part of this course

Answer:

Dear Hasina, Yes, they are two separate courses and two separate certificates will be available. Thanks

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