BTEC Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 1 Introductory Caring for Children (L1)

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This qualification is due to expire on 31st December 2020, after which no more registrations will be accepted. An alternative replacement qualification can be found here: Caring for Children (L1 Introductory)

Here you'll find support for teaching and studying our BTEC Level 1 qualifications in Caring for Children. These qualifications cover some of the knowledge and practical skills that learners need in order to care for their own children or for children in a voluntary capacity, such as babysitting.

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Specification

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Award

BTEC Level 1 Award in Caring for Children specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award in Caring for Children
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
60
Credits:
7
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
70
Qualification number (QN):
500/6137/9
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2020 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
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Certificate

BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
100
Credits:
13
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
130
Qualification number (QN):
500/6139/2
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding), 19+ Local flexibility (SFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2020 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
Course Materials-Books

Diploma

BTEC Level 1 diploma in Caring for Children specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
280
Credits:
37
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
370
Qualification number (QN):
500/6672/9
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2009
Review date:
  • 31 December 2019 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
Course Materials-Books

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