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Vocational training

Childcare

Courses are held at the Thomas Calton Centre. 

For more information and advice, book a slot at our open day on Thursday 3 April 2025, from 10am to 2pm.

Open days

Our next open day is Thursday 3 April 2025, 10am to 2pm.

On an open day, you'll get all the information you need, meet the team, and get advice on the most suitable course for you. You'll also be able to pay and enrol.

Contact us to book a slot by:

Timetable and fees

Course/code   
 
Day and time Starts     Duration     Fees

Literacy for childcare

CC4013             

Fri

9.30am to 2.30pm

25 April 2025 5 weeks  No cost to learner

Literacy for childcare

CC4014               

Fri

9.30am to 2.30pm

6 June 2025  5 weeks No cost to learner 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Caring for Children

CC4012

(50090100)

Tue

9.30am to 3pm

22 April 2025 11 weeks Fees subject to eligibility - ask us for details

NCFE CACHE level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioner

(60337230)

Thu

9.30am to 3pm

Ask us for details 36 weeks Fees subject to eligibility - ask us for details. Exam fee may apply

NCFE CACHE level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning

(60324764)

Wed

10am to 3pm

Ask us for details 36 weeks Fees subject to eligibility - ask us for details. Exam fee may apply

NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)

(61041646)

Sat

9.30am to 4pm

Ask us for details 36 weeks Fees subject to eligibility - ask us for details. Exam fee may apply

NCFE CACHE level 3 NCFE CACHE - Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator)

(61041646)

Wed

10.30am to 3pm

Ask us for details 34 weeks Fees subject to eligibility - ask us for details. Exam fee may apply

There's a £5 annual registration fee as well as the cost of the course.

Enrol

Enrol online or visit the Thomas Calton Centre, which is open on Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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