Common Core Skills

Common Core Skills

Common Core Skills

Nannies will complete Level 3 assessments covering the Common Core Skills and Knowledge.

Childminders will complete the accredited Level 2 course to start their journey into registering as a childminder.

Our EARLY YEARS CARE AND EDUCATION COURSE is suitable for those wishing to register with OFSTED as a Childminder, or on the Voluntary register as a Nanny.

All students will complete a 1-day course.

What is the OCN?

The Open College Network is an awarding body that provides certification for a variety of courses. (https://www.ocnlondon.org.uk/about-us.aspx)

Ofsted for childminders

(https://www.gov.uk/become-childminder-nanny/register-childminder)

Ofsted for Nannies

(https://www.gov.uk/guidance/childminders-and-childcare-providers-register-with-ofsted/nannies-registration.

The course:

Our course provides you the skills and knowledge to care for and grow the potential of the children you will look after.

  • Supporting Transitions
  • Multi-Agency Working
  • Information Sharing
  • The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
  • Professional Development
  • The role of a childminder/nanny
  • Effective Communication
  • Child and Young Person Development
  • Safeguarding

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