Who is this course for?
These courses are an ideal first step for those wanting to gain a Level 2 qualification and may be particularly useful for those working in the voluntary and community sectors.

Entry requirements
Previous L1 maths and English achievement and Initial Assessment online.

How do I enrol?
To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study.

Course aims
The aim of this qualification is to increase learners’ knowledge and understanding of common childhood illnesses to enable them to support the development and well-being of infants and children they support and care for. Understand how to provide a safe and healthy environment for babies and young children. Understand common childhood illnesses. Understand health emergencies and specific health conditions in an early years setting.

Qualification
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses. Learners must successfully achieve all 3 mandatory units. *Understand How to Provide a Safe and Healthy Environment for Babies and Young Children; *Understand Common Childhood Illnesses; *Understand Health Emergencies and Specific Health Conditions in an Early Years Setting. This qualification is internally assessed using a range of methods.

How will the course be delivered?
All courses are exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme

How will I know I'm making progress?
You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units You will also receive weekly updates of progress as well as any outstanding items.

Will I need to study or practise outside the classroom?
Your study pattern is self-managed, but a commitment of 2 - 3 hours per week is suggested to enable successful completion of the course within the timescale of 20 weeks.

What will I need to take to the course?
You will need use of a desktop or laptop computer with access to the internet

Progression
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to: * Level 2 Certificate in Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings; * Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People; * Level 2 Certificate in an Introduction to Early Years Education and Care; * Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education; * Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Supporting Teaching and Learning; * Level 3 Award in Preparing to Work in Home Based Childcare; * Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Early Years Education and Care; Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information of what progression is available. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Career opportunities
Our Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information on career opportunities and will be able to help you make a plan of action to achieve this.

Please Note:
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match fund for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner