NCFE
Level 1
QN: 500/9009/4
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 507 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
NCFE
Syllabus Units
20 Units
Guided Hours
507 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Children's play and leisure activities in the community
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of play and leisure activities available for children in the local community.
- Describe how different types of play support children's physical, social, and emotional development.
- Explain the responsibilities of adults when supporting children during community play activities.
- Outline the importance of inclusive practice in planning and delivering play opportunities.
- Recognise potential risks in community play settings and suggest basic safety measures.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Confidence building for the young child through play
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify emotional needs that must be met to build confidence during play
- Describe the role of the adult in supporting self-esteem during play
- Outline play-based techniques to encourage safe emotional expression
- Explain how different types of play contribute to confidence and emotional expression
3
NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Craft activities for young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- State two physical benefits of craft activities for young children.
- List three safety precautions when setting up a craft activity.
- Describe how a craft activity can support language development.
- Identify age-appropriate materials for toddlers during a paper collage task.
- Outline the importance of supervision during craft activities.
- Give an example of how a craft activity can promote social skills.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Finding out about Forest Schools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the six principles of Forest School practice and their relevance to early years.
- Describe the key factors in selecting a safe and stimulating outdoor learning environment for young children.
- Explain how the outdoor environment can be adapted to support children's physical, social, and cognitive development.
- Evaluate the long-term benefits of regular outdoor learning on children's confidence, resilience, and well-being.
- Outline the role of the practitioner in facilitating risk-taking and problem-solving during Forest School sessions.
- Discuss the importance of observing children to plan meaningful experiences in an outdoor setting.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Growth and development of young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify key factors that influence physical growth in children from birth to 5 years 11 months.
- Describe how attachment and relationships with caregivers support emotional and social development.
- Outline activities that promote cognitive and language development in early childhood.
- Explain the importance of play in supporting all areas of development.
- Demonstrate understanding of how to use observation to plan for individual children's needs.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Healthy eating for families
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main food groups and their functions in a balanced diet
- Describe strategies to encourage healthy eating habits in families
- Explain common special dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, religious needs)
- Demonstrate correct procedures for storing and preparing food safely
- Analyze the importance of family mealtimes for child development
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Healthy Living
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key components of a healthy lifestyle
- Explain the importance of a balanced diet and regular exercise
- Demonstrate personal actions that contribute to a healthy lifestyle
- Review personal activities and their impact on health
- Suggest improvements to personal lifestyle based on review
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Human growth and development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about human growth and development., Know factors which affect human growth and development.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Investigating a Vocational Area
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify sources of information for researching a vocational area.
- Describe the main duties and responsibilities of a chosen job role in childcare.
- Outline the skills and knowledge required for a chosen job role.
- Explain how to develop skills and knowledge for a chosen job role.
- Create a simple personal development plan for a chosen job role.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Listening to and talking with a young child
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know skills for communicating with a young child., Understand activities that will develop a child's talking and listening skills.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Musical activities for young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the benefits of musical activities for young children's development
- Explain how musical activities support different areas of development
- Create simple musical instruments using everyday materials
- Plan a musical activity or game suitable for young children
- Demonstrate safe and hygienic practices when using musical resources
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Practical health and safety when with young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about health and safety guidelines and instructions., Know about health and safety equipment which helps to keep children safe., Know about fire safety when with young children
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Preparing for your next steps
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify personal strengths and interests relevant to childcare careers.
- Describe entry-level job roles and progression opportunities in early years settings.
- Outline the steps to apply for a job or training course, including creating a basic CV.
- Recognise the stages of a typical recruitment process in childcare.
- Evaluate personal readiness for an interview or training assessment.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Respecting and valuing children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to respect and value children as individuals., Understand ways to respect and value children., Know that children have rights.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Science activities for young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify science activities suitable for young children
- Explain how to set up science activities to support young children's learning
- Describe the learning that young children can gain from science activities
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Self Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the significance of own achievements and interests to own development., Recognise own strengths and areas for further development., Understand how a person’s learning style influences career and education choices., Be able to set personal goals and objectives., Be able to make action plans to achieve personal goals.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Sharing learning experiences with children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how children learn., Know how to use stories and rhymes with young children., Understand that the natural world can support children's learning., Know how the local community can be used to broaden children's experiences.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Supporting babies to play
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how babies' development is supported by play., Know about play activities for babies., Know the role of the adult in providing play for babies.
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Technology activities for young children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify a range of technology toys and activities suitable for young children
- Explain how technology toys and activities support children's learning and development
- Select appropriate technology resources for different ages and stages of development
- Describe the role of the adult in supporting children's use of technology
- Recognise safety considerations when using technology with young children
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children
Understanding learning and development through play
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify features of a positive learning environment
- Explain how play supports children's learning and development
- Describe how play activities can avoid stereotyping and discrimination
- Evaluate the impact of a positive learning environment on children's development
- Design play activities that promote inclusion and challenge stereotypes
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/9009/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCFE
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2010