Level 3 Childcare
L3CHC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss A. Taylor.
Learners will learn about the education and care of children in an Early Childhood Education service (from birth to school entry age). They will also describe the value of play to the development and learning of children and create, use and evaluate play resources for children in Early Childhood centres.
Course Overview
Term 1
1. Demonstrate knowledge of children's development and learning and their relevance to an ECE service
Students will build on previous years knowledge on a young child's growth and development and how it links to their learning. They will look at it from an ECE (Early Childcare Education) perspective and look at different activities that assist with the learning areas.
Term 2
2. Describe the value of play and create resources for children's development and learning in an ECE service
Students will have the opportunity to create, build, or make three different toys appropriate for three different age groups. Their toy will need to be appropriate for age, health and safety guidelines and engaging.
Term 3
3. Describe and reflect on practices to protect and promote the health and holistic wellbeing of children in an ECE service
Students will look at positive strategies that promotes healthy lifestyles for young children and looks at how it enhances their wellbeing.
Home Economics, Hospitality and Childcare