Childcare (Early Years)
If you’re passionate about working with children and want a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, studying Childcare at Craven College is the perfect first step. Whether you choose a full-time course or a Childcare Apprenticeship, you’ll gain the essential skills to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
A qualification in Childcare and Early Years Education can lead to careers in nurseries, schools, playgroups, special educational needs (SEN) settings, hospitals and even neonatal intensive care units. Wherever you see your future, we’ll help you get there.
We understand the importance of real-world experience; that’s why we provide your childcare placement for you. Every year, we source over 150 placements across areas like Skipton, Bradford, Leeds, Shipley and Clitheroe, thanks to our expert tutors and strong links with the industry.
Our courses are designed for people who are caring, patient, great with communication, and genuinely interested in child development. You’ll build confidence and develop key skills such as childhood studies, play and creativity, children’s mental health, safeguarding and learn how to implement these topics into a working environment.
Our tutors have extensive experience in the early years and education sector, and will guide you every step of the way. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to progress into employment or continue your studies at university.
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Access to FE | Level 1 |
| Childcare (Early Years) | Level 1, Level 2 |
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Early Years Educator Apprenticeship | Level 3 |
| Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship | Level 2 |
| Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship New Course | Level 3 |
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Young Children’s Learning & Development FdA | Level 5 |
| Title | Start |
|---|---|
| Early Years | Start Anytime |
| Title | Level |
|---|---|
| Education & Childcare - Early Years Educator T Level | Level 3 |
