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Childcare & Education Courses

We recognise the importance of nurturing future educators and childcare professionals. Our childcare courses provide a comprehensive understanding of child development, education methodologies, and the practical skills required for effective caregiving.

 

Get the skills and qualifications you need to pursue a career in working with children in various job roles, including early years, supporting in schools, or studying for a higher qualification.

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Career Pathways with a Childcare and Education Qualification

Primary and Secondary School Teacher
Playworker
Child Counsellor
Headteacher
Foster Care and Adoption Services
Child Protection Officer

Facilities and Resources

  • Children’s play area
  • Industry experienced tutors
  • Superb industry links
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Skills

These courses typically aim to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical abilities.

  • Child Development
  • Safeguarding
  • Education Theories
  • Planning and Delivering Activities
  • Observation and Assessment
  • Communication
  • Inclusive Practice
  • Health and Safety
  • Professional Practice
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
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Why study a Childcare course?

Studying a childcare course can start you on a rewarding career helping children grow and thrive. This field not only offers the satisfaction of contributing to the development and happiness of young minds but also presents diverse career opportunities in early childhood education, nursery management, or even paediatric care.

Discover what the childcare courses at Slough & Langley College have to offer to kickstart your career in child development.

Teaching Spaces

You’ll learn in our modern classrooms as well as our children’s play area to help give insight into working with children.

Career Opportunities

We provide lots of opportunities during your childcare course to learn from industry professionals and undertake a relevant industry placement to gain workplace experience.

Experienced Teachers

Our experienced staff will be there to teach you career-ready transferable skills, preparing you for life after college

Develop Childcare Skills

Gain skills which are directly linked to industry to help prepare you for your chosen career.

Full Time Childcare courses

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Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 1
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Diploma in Childcare & Education
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 3
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 2

Part Time Childcare courses

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Level 2 CACHE Diploma for Early Years Practitioner (Part-time learning)
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 2
Level 3 NCFE CACHE Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning – (Part Time learning)
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 3
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning – (Part Time learning)
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 2
Level 1 NCFE CACHE Childcare Award in Introduction in Early Years – (Part Time learning)
Childcare
  • Slough & Langley College
  • Level 1

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Success stories

“I like the environment and the people around me at college even the teachers are very nice and helpful. I get the opportunity to make new friends and learn how to be confident on my skills”

Elena
Level 1 Health and Social Care and Childcare

“I have put everything I’ve learned into practice during my placement. The tutors are really supportive and I always use the advice that I’ve been given”

Ramanjit
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner