Online
Can be taken anytime
Professional Training Course
Yes (Details)
English
Course Overview
Prepare to work as a professional nanny, playgroup supervisor, early years educator or carer with this innovative online course. Through video lessons and online study materials, will introduce you to all the key skills and responsibilities of working in such roles, and provide you with a CPD-certified qualification as proof of your expertise to potential employers and clients.
Description
The course is a complete course for anyone wishing to work in these roles, or established professionals seeking accreditation for their skills. It begins with the basics of day-to-day childcare and nannying operations, before moving onto advanced techniques in time management, caregiving, food preparation and health and safety, along with broader transferable skills in managing your own business and effective communication when working in a team.
Benefits of studying with Victoria Education include
- Easy-to-understand course materials designed by industry experts, accessible through your smartphone, laptop, desktop or tablet device
- No hidden fees or costs - study a professional course and earn a professional e-certificate upon successful completion
- Get instant feedback from automated assessments and mock exams to gauge your progress
- No formal deadlines or teaching schedule, meaning you can learn at your own pace
- 24/7 help and support from your online tutors, through email and via our live online chat
- Qualify for an NUS Extra card and gain access to over 200 fantastic deals from high street brands and one free year of ISIC unlocking over 42,000 international discounts
Who should take this course
Who is this course for?
The course is aimed at anyone wishing to start working in such roles, or existing professionals wishing to boost their skills and employability.
Our courses are open to learners of all levels with no formal experience or qualifications required to enrol. However, learners should be aged 16 or over and have a good understanding of English language, numeracy and IT.
Accreditation
CPD
Course content
How is this qualification delivered?
Our courses are taught entirely online, meaning you can access the materials wherever, whenever, at a pace that suits you, without formal deadlines or teaching schedules.
The courses are delivered through
- Video lessons
- PDF handouts
- Mock exams
- Online assessment
These can be accessed through any device with an internet connection. Our e-learning platform is optimised for use on mobile, tablet, laptops and desktop computers.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Nannying
- The role of the nanny
- Time management essentials
- Day-to-day nannying duties
- Being an effective caregiver
- Working as a team
- Professional nannying careers
- Childcare basics
Essentials of Childcare
- Introduction to childcare
- Where to find childcare
- Becoming a trained carer
- Legal requirements for childcare professionals
- Understanding health and safety issues
- Standard daycare equipment
- Insurance for childcare businesses
- Promoting your business
Childcare
- Basic health and safety
- Staying safe out and about
- Identifying hazardous plants
- Safe food preparation
- Hygienic nappy changing protocol
- Signs of common illnesses
- Conclusion
Mandatory units
The course consists of three mandatory modules
- Getting Started
- Key Concepts (I)
- Key Concepts (II)
- Initiation (I)
- Initiation (II)
- Planning (I)
- Planning (II)
- Planning Tools
- Executing the Project
- Maintaining and Controlling the Project
- Closing Out
- Wrapping Up
Assessment
The assessment at the end of each course is a multiple-choice exam taken through our online platform. The system is fully automated so you will receive your results instantly upon completion.
Certification
Upon successful completion you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised professional qualification. You can order a print copy sent by post for GBP12.
About Course Provider
Victoria Education is a leading provider of online training, practical courses and professional accreditation.
Our mission is to make learning accessible, affordable, and available to all, regardless of experience or qualifications.