Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (RQF)

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare Overview

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Accredited Vocational Qualification (NVQ)
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Who is this qualification for?

The objective of this qualification is to support a role as a residential childcare worker within children and young people’s residential childcare services. This nationally recognised qualification is the required qualification for residential childcare workers.

This is a combined knowledge and competency qualification and must be undertaken by individuals who are working, volunteering or on practical placement within the residential childcare sector. Learners undertaking this qualification will be working with children and young people from birth to 25 years of age. This extended age range takes into account the entitlements for children and young people with complex disabilities and conditions.

This qualification includes mandatory core knowledge relating to the development of children and young people, safeguarding and protection, and supporting children and young people who have experienced harm or abuse. It also includes mandatory core skills relating to the use of effective communication and information handling, risk management, assessment and planning in addition to supporting group living.

This qualification includes the combined knowledge and competency elements and is recognised as formal occupational competence in the role at level 3.

Are there any prerequisites for taking this qualification?

You must be an experienced carer working within the Residential Childcare sector to undertake this qualification as on-site observation in a childcare setting is required in order to fulfill all the relevant criteria.

You must also be 16+ to enroll upon this qualification.

How long will it take to complete this qualification?

This depends on the level of your prior knowledge and experience combined with how much time and effort you put into completing the work.

It can take anywhere from a few months to a year or more to complete this qualification but be assured your Assessor will be responsive to those who want to complete quickly and support you to progress fast.

What will I gain?

You will achieve a fully accredited, nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (RQF)

The natural progression from this qualification is the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) (RQF) for managers or aspiring managers working in the childcare sector or those looking to formally record their level of occupational competence.

What level of English do I need to start this course?

There are no formal prerequisites for enrolling upon this qualification although candidates are required to communicate with colleagues, clients and managers to effectively perform their role. A good grasp of English reading and writing is also beneficial as the course involves written questions and answers.

Will I be supported?

You will be inducted to the qualification and the e-portfolio by your appointed assessor who will explain the qualification and guide you through the entire qualification process step by step. Your assessor is your main point of contact throughout the qualification and is on hand to answer any questions that you may have.

Underpinning knowledge questions are available via the e-portfolio which a provides 24/7 access to accommodate busy lives and shift work.

Timing of on site assessments will be discussed with your assessor and planned at a convenient time when naturally occurring evidence, relevant to the unit being assessed can be observed. This ensures that ensuring that each observation visit yields a good amount of evidence which contributes to the progress and completion of your qualification.

How is the qualification assessed?

Underpinning knowledge is completed on e-portfolio where you will find your knowledge questions and your assessment plans. You will be able to see your overall qualification progress as each of the units are completed.

Practical evidence will be gathered at observation visits where you will be observed carrying out your role. Your assessor may also seek witness testimonies, work product evidence, reflective accounts or carry out professional discussions to fulfil all criteria.

The qualification is considered complete once all questions have been answered satisfactorily. There is no final examination required.

Where is this delivered?

North of England
The Midlands
London & Greater London

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