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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education

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Price
£599 inc VAT
Or £66.56/mo. for 9 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
180 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education
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Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) not included in price, and must be purchased separately
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Overview

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education

The Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education Childcare is designed for aspiring individuals and those already employed as childcare workers to acquire the skills and knowledge of what it takes to work with children. Childcare is a blooming and booming industry in the current, modern world. With both parents setting out to establish a career for themselves, the childcare industry has seen a dramatic increase in demand in the past few years. Parents look for highly trained and professional childcare workers to look after their children, who can also monitor and improve their educational and developmental aspects. With the number of childcare businesses increasing, it is important to set the bar by ensuring your childcare business is reliable and trustworthy.

The Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education course will methodically guide you on child development from conception to seven years and on how to monitor and assist them at every stage. Childcare and child development impact the overall wellbeing of the child and this concept will be covered throughout the course. You will also be educated on the different approaches that can be used in child education to assist in their development. Once you have successfully passed the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education, you can progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education (601/3999/7) and then onto the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) (601/4000/8).

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Qualification

Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education

Regulated by Ofqual

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Description

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand about child development and the importance of monitoring it.
  • Learn about child development from conception to seven years.
  • Learn about the importance of proper childcare and education.
  • Understand the impact of proper childcare in child development.
  • Learn how to monitor the health and wellbeing of children and why it should be closely monitored
  • Gain insight into the approaches which can be used in child education.

Course Curriculum

[Module 01] Child development from Conception to Seven Years

  • Understand development from conception to birth and routine screening programmes in the first year
    of life.
  • Understand stages and sequences of development from birth to seven years.
  • Understand theory and educational frameworks which inform knowledge and
    understanding of early years practice.
  • Understand the role of the early years practitioner when promoting child development from birth to seven years
  • Understand how to plan opportunities for children’s learning and development
    from birth to five years.

[Module 02] Children's Health and Wellbeing

  • Understand children’s needs in relation to emotional wellbeing.
  • Understand the needs of children during transition and significant events.
  • Understand the physical care needs of children.
  • Understand the impact of the early years environment on the health and well-being of children.
  • Understand the nutritional needs of children.
  • Understand the impact of poor diet on children’s health and well-being.
  • Understand children’s need for exercise.

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UCAS Information

UCAS points have been allocated to this qualification. For a full breakdown of points, please see the UCAS performance points table.

Hello Learners,

If you need any questions or queries clarified, you can state here. We will ensure a course advisor gets in touch with you as soon as possible.

Thank You

Access Duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Method of Assessment

To achieve this qualification, learners must complete 2 mandatory units. You will complete assignments and create a portfolio of evidence, which will be assessed by a tutor.

Grading system: A*–D (to pass an assignment you must achieve a grade D or above).

Special Note: Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid.

The Break down of the total additional fee of £228 as follows

1. Awarding body registration fee - £69

  • You need to pay this when you are submitting your awarding body registration form only

2. All Official assessments and certification fee - £159

  • You need to pay this when you are submitting your assessments only (It is not required to pay initially when you are registering). This payment can be paid in installments when you are submitting your assessments.

Tutor Support

When you enroll in a new program it helps to know that support is at hand and that your tutors are around to help you succeed.

As part of the course, you will receive dedicated tutor support. These academic tutors will also assist you with unlimited online email support to help answer and clarify your questions.

Certification

Those who successfully complete the exam will be awarded the certificate in CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education.

Awarding Body

CACHE are continually investing in high quality qualifications for the care and education industry, making them the UK’s leading sector specialist. Developed by experts, CACHE qualifications help millions of learners to raise professional standards across the sector. As a result, CACHE has gained a deserved reputation for excellence and leadership.

NCFE is a national Awarding Organisation, passionate about designing, developing and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. These qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. Last year alone, over 340,000 learners from over 2,000 colleges, schools and training organisations chose NCFE as the Awarding Organisation to help them move their careers forward.

Tutor Support

We provide tutor support for your choice of programme from the start of the course right until completion. We understand that tutor guidance is important for the overall success of the course you are taking, and we offer a dedicated tutor. You will receive unlimited assistance through email, and if you have any questions or queries, they will provide you with the best and most relevant answers.

Who is this course for?

  • Professionals within the childcare industry
  • Early Childhood Educators
  • Childcare Workers
  • Childcare Providers
  • Anyone interested in learning more on childcare and education

Requirements

  • Learners for this course must be 19 years of age or above and should have a basic understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT.

In order to qualify for the program you will need to submit a completed application form which will be provided to you. This form should be provided to us within a month of enrolment along with the following;

  • Proof of educational qualifications
  • You must provide an identification document such as a passport or a driving license.

Upon submission of the documents your application will be reviewed. If you fail to meet the entry requirements of the program your application will not be accepted.

Career path

  • Early Childhood Educator – £17,360 per year
  • Childcare Provider – £6.35 per hour
  • Childcare Teacher – $10.51 per hour
  • Childcare Worker – £7.40 per hour

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ADEBOLA asked:

What is the costs of exam and assessment for the CACHE LEVEL 3 CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION course

Answer:

Kindly note that £159 is charged for your assessment and certificate. You need to pay this when you are submitting your assessments only (It is not required to pay initially when you are registering). This payment can be paid in instalments when you are submitting your assessments.

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Eunice asked:

Will CACHE show on the certificate too?

Answer:

Dear Eunice, Thank you for your query. Yes. Those who successfully complete the exam will be awarded the certificate in CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Teresa asked:

What do I need to make this course?thank you

Answer:

Kindly note that Learners for this course must be 19 years of age or above and should have a basic understanding of the English language, numeracy and ICT.

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Aparna asked:

How many UCAS points do I get/awarded from this course?

Answer:

Dear Aparna, Thank you for the query. The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education is an Ofqual recognized qualification (Qualification number (QN): 601/3998/5 which you can earn a maximum of 28 UCAS points. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Sue asked:

Do I get the application form before I pay for the course?

Answer:

Dear Sue, Thank you for your query. You will have to pay the initial fee through reed and then you will receive the application form. Regards, Student support team

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ashly asked:

How long does it normally take to complete the course.

Answer:

Dear Ashley, We provide 365 days of unlimited course access to complete the qualification. The course can be completed within 5-6 months as an average. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Lyndsey asked:

What happens if you haven't completed course in the 12 month can course time be extended?

Answer:

Dear Lyndsey, Yes. The Academic Board can extend the learner course duration by concerning the circumstances. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Kanayo asked:

Do I need to be resident in U.K. to be eligible to take this course online?

Answer:

Dear Kanayo, Thank you for your query. No, you don't need to be a resident of the U.K to take this course. When you enroll in a new program it helps to know that support is at hand and that your tutors are around to help you succeed. As part of the course, you will receive dedicated tutor support. These academic tutors will also assist you with unlimited online email support to help answer and clarify your questions. Regards, Student Support Team

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Victoria asked:

Will the certificate say knowledge only ?

Answer:

Dear Victoria, Thank you for your query. Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the certificate in Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education by CACHE. Kindly note this course is a globally recognised Accredited Qualification and the certificate will not mention knowledge only. Enroll now and Grab the opportunity to get this course at this special discount price and a free course. Limited time offer, Hurry Up!! Regards, Student Support Team

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Juwairiya asked:

Does this qualify you for work within a nurseries? Is it a full relevant qualification.

Answer:

Dear Juwairiya, Thank you for your query. Once you complete this course you will have a chance for the following career path Early Childhood Educator – £17,360 per year Childcare Provider – £6.35 per hour Childcare Teacher – $10.51 per hour Childcare Worker – £7.40 per hour Regards, Student Support Team

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Juliette asked:

Can one do this without being in an early years setting? How is one assessed portfolio of evidence? What evidence are they requesting? Thanking you

Answer:

Dear Juliette, Thank you for your query. In order to qualify for the program you will need to submit a completed application form which will be provided to you. Proof of educational qualifications You must provide an identification document such as a passport or a driving license. Upon submission of the documents your application will be reviewed. If you fail to meet the entry requirements of the program your application will not be accepted. Regards, Student Support Team

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Mabroka asked:

When I paid if the application doesn't accept is the money will back for me or not ?

Answer:

Dear Mabroka, Thank you for your query. Don't worry there wont be any issue with that. Regards, Student Support Team

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Lina asked:

Unfortunately, I haven't received my log in details for the course from the course provider yet ,and I checked my junk email as well

Answer:

Dear Lina, Thank you for your query. I have already informed the team who is in charge for this and I will ask them to check again. Can you please send me your email id on this platform? Sorry for the convenience caused and thank you for corporation Regards, Student Support Team

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Lina asked:

Kindly note, that I did purchase the course yesterday , yet , I havent received any access to the course, any help ? thank you

Answer:

Dear Lina, Thank you for your query. I have contacted our support team regarding this matter, meanwhile please check your spam / Junk mail if you have received the access. Regards, Student Support Team

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Ellie asked:

Is this course internationally recognised?

Answer:

Dear Ellie, Thank you for your query. NCFE is a national Awarding Organisation, passionate about designing, developing and certificating diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. These qualifications contribute to the success of millions of learners at all levels, bringing them closer to fulfilling their personal goals. Regards, Student Support Team

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Iqra asked:

Do we have to pay extra for modules' materials such as; books?

Answer:

Dear Iqra, Thank you for your query. Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. Awarding body registration fee - £69 You need to pay this when you are submitting your awarding body registration form only. All Official assessments and certification fee - £159. You need to pay this when you are submitting your assessments only This payment can be paid in installments when you are submitting your assessments. Regards, Student support team

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Debbie asked:

I don't have any qualifications currently, can I still take this course?

Answer:

Dear Debbie, Thank you for your query. Learners for this course must be 19 years of age or above and should have a basic understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT. Regards, Student support team

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Fiona asked:

Is this the entire course?

Answer:

Dear Fiona, Thank you for your query. Yes the information provided on the curriculum is the entire course structure. Regards, Student Support Team

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West asked:

Can we enroll for this course, if our qualifications is upto Grade12 only?

Answer:

Dear West, Thank you for your Query. Learners for this course must be 19 years of age or above and should have a basic understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT. In order to qualify for the program you will need to submit a completed application form which will be provided to you. Regards, Student Support Team

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Bazlur asked:

How much total cost including exam?

Answer:

Dear Bazlur, Thank you very much for your query. You can start the course with the initial payment of £34 and apart from the initial fee an additional fee of £228 should be paid for all Official assessments and certification. You need to pay this when you are submitting your assessments only (It is not required to pay initially when you are registering). This payment can be paid in installments when you are submitting your assessments. Regards, Student Support Team.

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May asked:

The Qualification Awarding body is NCFE CACHE or Northern Council for Further Education?

Answer:

Dear May, Thank you for your query. While NCFE originally stood for Northern Council for Further Education, it dropped the full name in the 1990s as it no longer accurately reflected the company’s growing national focus. Now, the company is known purely as NCFE, but stands for so much more.I encourage you to contact us via our official info email or call our direct number to receive more information from us. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Chloe asked:

I am unable to find my gcse certificates to prove qualifications. Would evidence of an achieved NVQ Level 2 Business Admin be enough to enrol?

Answer:

Dear Sir/Ma'am Thank you very much for your query. Yes that could be considered. Please refer the benefits listed. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Baljit asked:

I would like to do this course. Does this course need placement? At the end will be quillfied level 3 person ?

Answer:

Dear Baljit Thank you very much for your query. You should have a basic understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT to get enrolled. Those who successfully complete the exam will be awarded the certificate in CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Anna asked:

How many assignments are there? Is £159 the total price for all the assignments? Is there a final exam/assignment or mayor project to submit?

Answer:

Dear Anna Thank you very much for your query. Theres only one assignement. To achieve this qualification, learners must complete 2 mandatory units. You will complete assignment and create a portfolio of evidence, which will be assessed by a tutor. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Baljit asked:

I am looking to do my level 3 .I want to know how many models in the course/assignment. Do I need placement as I have permanent job in nursery

Answer:

Dear Baljit Thank you very much for your query. This contains 2 modules and one assignment. You can enroll, Please refer the requiremnts secction displayed for more details. Hurry up and enroll as the discount ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Rena asked:

What is the overall cost of the course please.

Answer:

Dear Rena Thank you very much for your query. Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. Hurry up and enroll as the discount ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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E.T asked:

How long does it take to get the qualification after assessments are completed ?

Answer:

Dear Sir/Ma'am Thank you very much for your query. You will recieve it as soon as possible. Before the global panademic we were able to deliver the certificates less than one month. Hurry up ! as the discount ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Andrea Varella asked:

I live in the UAE how can I receive your certificate? Can you send the hard copy or it is online?

Answer:

Dear Varella Thank you very much for your query. Yes this is an online course and you can recive the hard copy by post. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Mabroka asked:

Hello, I'm non native speaker student can I apply for this course? Thank you

Answer:

Dear Mabroka Thank you very much for your query. Learners for this course must be 19 years of age or above and should have a basic understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT. And since this is an onilne course you can access it anywhere anytime. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Kristine asked:

Does this course would be an opportunity to register with Ofsted and be part of becoming a chilminder ?

Answer:

Dear Kristine Thank you very much for your query. This is a recognized course and it will open the fgate ways for you to be as follows Early Childhood Educator – £17,360 per year Childcare Provider – £6.35 per hour Childcare Teacher – $10.51 per hour Childcare Worker – £7.40 per hour Regards, Student Support Team.

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simone asked:

What type of exams are for this course

Answer:

Dear Simone Thank you very much for your query. you need to submit assessments online. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Abbie asked:

With schools closed due to Coronavirus can I still complete this course or do you need a placement within a school to complete portfolio of evidence ?

Answer:

Dear Abbie Thank you very much for your query. Yes you can enroll and To achieve this qualification, learners must complete 2 mandatory units. You will complete assignments and create a portfolio of evidence, which will be assessed by a tutor. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Kara asked:

Hi, thank you for your response but it doesn't answer the question about how many installments and the cost of each? Thank you.

Answer:

Dear Kara Thank you very much for your query. Initial cost is £34. Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. (Which includes Awarding body registration fee £69- pay this when you are submitting your awarding body registration form only, All Official assessments and certification fee - £159 - pay this when you are submitting your assessments only). Please contact the service provider to discuss the installment plan. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Kara asked:

You advise that the £159 can be paid in installments when submitting assignments, how many assignments are there and what would the installments be?

Answer:

Dear Kara Thank you very much for your query. Additionally, £159 is charged for your assessment and certificate. You need to pay this when you are submitting your assessments only (It is not required to pay initially when you are registering). This payment can be paid in installments when you are submitting your assessments. Theres only one assignment Regards, Student Support Team.

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Soumya asked:

How much is the certificate fees if I need a hard copy? In the certificate do you mention online course anywhere?

Answer:

Dear Soumya Thank you very much for your query. Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. Which includes Awarding body registration fee - £69 and All Official assessments and certification fee - £159. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Anshu asked:

I am.from.UAE can I do this is online course.

Answer:

Dear Anshu Thank you very much for your query. Yes you can since this is an online course. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Jasmine asked:

how much is a childcare level 3 exam

Answer:

Dear Jasmine Thank you very much for your query. Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. (Which includes Awarding body registration fee - £69 & All Official assessments and certification fee - £159). The offer ends tomorrow, so hurry up and get the discount as you will receive 24/7 access for 365 days. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Jasmine asked:

is there any hidden costs from this? or is it just £34 do i have to pay any extra?

Answer:

Dear Jasmine Thank you very much for your query. There are no hidden costs. The initial course fee is £34, Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid.(Which includes Awarding body registration fee - £69 & All Official assessments and certification fee - £159). The offer ends day after tomorrow, so hurry up and get the discount as you will receive 24/7 access for 365 days. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Owonam Ebong asked:

Good morning, What is the present fee for the program and when is it starting. Thank you.

Answer:

Dear Owonam Thank you very much for your query. Its £34 inc VAT . Apart from the initial fee, a total additional fee of £228 should be paid. You will gain access 24/7 for 365 days once you pay and enroll. The offer ends tomorrow, so hurry up and get the discount as you will receive 24/7 access for 365 days. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Sukhwinderdeep asked:

Can you provide transcript after course

Answer:

Dear Sukhwinderdeep, Thank you for your query. Yes. This course will provide the official transcript along with the printed certificates which will be awarded by NCFE CACHE. Those who successfully complete the exam will be awarded the certificate in CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education. Regards, Student Support Team.

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Pat asked:

Why do I get a CPD Certification and not a Cache Certification? Could you explain this further?

Answer:

Dear Pat, Please note that the Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education course is awarded by Northern Council for Further Education (ncfe) and for those who successfully complete the exam will be awarded the certificate in CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education. Regards, Student Support Team

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Lisa asked:

What educational qualifications proofs do i need to supply for this course?

Answer:

Dear Lisa, Kindly note that to enrol with the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education course, you are required to provide proof of basic educational qualifications of English Language, Numeracy, Literacy and ICT. Regards, Student Support Team

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