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