Gateway Qualifications
Entry Level
QN: 603/6546/8
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Gateway Qualifications. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 580 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
Gateway Qualifications
Syllabus Units
21 Units
Guided Hours
580 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Providing a safe and hygienic environment for a young child
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the importance of personal hygiene., Know about signs of ill health in a young child., Know about keeping a young child safe in the home.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Responsibilities of new parents
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about a baby's growth and development during pregnancy., Understand the care required for a mum during pregnancy., Know the support available to new parent(s).
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Principles and Values in Health and Social Care, Adults and Children and Young People and Child Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know about the principles and values that underpin work in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare. 2. Know how to respect and value those who access services in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Routines for a young child
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of a routine in the care of a young child., Know about the need for a healthy diet for the young child., Know how to dress a young child for different weather., Know how to support a young child to restful sleep.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Respecting Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify reasons why children need to be respected as individuals
- Describe ways adults can show respect to children in early years settings
- Explain how respecting children supports their emotional well-being
- Give examples of respectful and disrespectful adult behaviours
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Equality and Inclusion in Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know the importance of equality and inclusion within health, social care and children's and young people's settings. 2. Know about prejudice and discrimination. 3. Know how health, social care and children's and young people's settings can demonstrate equality and inclusion.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Building Confidence Through Play
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different play activities that can be used to build a child’s confidence, Know the support a young child needs to gain confidence through play
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Working in Early Years Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the range of settings in early years provision, Know the job roles available in early years settings, Know the skills needed to work effectively in early years settings, Be able to assess own suitability for working in early years settings
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Protection and Safeguarding in Health and Social Care Adults and Children and Young People, Early Years and Childcare
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know about protection and safeguarding in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare.2. Know how to report concerns about protection and safeguarding.3. Know how staff and organisations can protect and safeguard individuals.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Effective Communication in Health and Social Care and Child Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know why effective communication in different care settings is important.2. Know about different communication methods used in care settings.3. Know about effective ways for a carer to communicate with individuals in different settings.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Engaging Children in a Group Activity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why it is important to engage children in group activity, Know how children may respond in group activities, Know how to engage children in group activity, Be able to engage children in a group activity
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Providing Support at Mealtimes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key responsibilities of a carer during mealtimes.
- Describe safety and hygiene procedures to follow when supporting children at mealtimes.
- Select appropriate equipment for children of different ages and abilities.
- Explain how to promote independence and positive social interactions during mealtimes.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Health and Safety in Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Know the main responsibilities of workers and employers for health and safety in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings.2. Know the hazards and risks that can arise in a chosen care setting.3. Know why it is important to pay attention to health and safety in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings.4. Be able to contribute to the reduction of the spread of infection in health, social care and children's and young people’s settings.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Person-Centred Support in Health, Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Define person-centred support in the context of health and social care.
- Explain the importance of person-centred support for individuals.
- Identify potential difficulties in person-centred planning.
- Describe strategies to overcome difficulties in person-centred planning.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Communicating with Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify reasons why communication is important for children's development
- Describe the different elements of communication used with children
- Demonstrate active listening skills when communicating with children
- Explain how to ask appropriate questions to encourage children's communication
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Play Activities for Young Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify reasons why play is important for young children's development
- Describe a range of play activities suitable for young children
- Explain how play activities support different areas of development
- Plan a play activity for young children
- Set up a play activity for young children safely
- List resources and equipment needed for a play activity
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Growth and Development of Young Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the five key areas of learning and development for children from birth to 5 years.
- Describe the typical milestones within each area of development for children from birth to 5 years.
- Explain how genetic and environmental factors can affect a child's growth and development.
- Describe the impact of nutrition on a child's physical and cognitive development.
- Recognise the importance of a balanced diet for young children's overall health and development.
- Give examples of how early years practitioners can support children's development in each area.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Play and learning in the home
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify different types of play that can be provided in the home.
- Explain how everyday household items can be used to support play and learning.
- Describe the role of the adult in supporting play in the home.
- Give examples of how adults can extend a child's learning during play.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Planning for the Physical Care Needs of Children aged 0-3 years
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the physical care needs of children aged 0-3 years
- Describe the resources and equipment needed for physical care
- Plan a daily physical care routine for a child aged 0-3 years
- Explain the importance of meeting physical care needs
- Demonstrate how to carry out a physical care routine safely
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Working with Colleagues
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the benefits of working positively with colleagues in an early years setting.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with colleagues.
- Show respect for colleagues' opinions and contributions.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to complete a shared task.
- Reflect on own role in supporting positive working relationships.
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Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Award in Childcare (Entry 3)
Planning a Healthy Diet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main principles of a healthy diet.
- Describe the benefits of a healthy diet for children's growth and development.
- Explain factors to consider when planning a healthy diet for an individual child.
- Apply the Eatwell Guide to plan a balanced meal for a child.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6546/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Gateway Qualifications
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2020