Child Care
Below is information for childcare course September 2020/2021
Grading information
The table below shows what you will need to do in the 6 assessment tasks in order to achieve a grade D to A* for Unit 2.
Grading |
Task |
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D1 |
Describe the expected pattern of children’s development from 0-5 years in the following areas:
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Task 1 |
D2 |
Identify suitable methods for observing children’s holistic development
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Task 2 |
D3 |
Give ONE (1) advantage and ONE (1) disadvantage of each of the identified methods |
Task 2 |
D4 |
Describe factors which can affect children’s holistic development
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Task 3 |
D5 |
Describe TWO (2) everyday activities which support the care needs of children and promote their independence, well-being, health and safety |
Task 4 |
D6 |
Describe how the activities and experiences support the well-being of children
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Task 4 |
D7 |
Identify different transitions which children may experience
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Task 5 |
D8 |
Include at least one reference and a bibliography
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Task 6 |
C1 |
Identify the possible effects of transitions on the development of children
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Task 5 |
B1 |
Describe ways the early years worker can support children through transitions
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Task 5 |
B2 |
Explain how observations can be used to support the development of children
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Task 2 |
A1 |
Explain why it is important for early years workers to understand the pattern of children’s holistic development from birth to 5 years |
Task 2 |
A* |
Evaluate how everyday experiences can be used to promote activities which contribute to holistic development |
Task 4 |
Grading information
The table below shows what you will need to do in the 5 assessment tasks in order to achieve a grade D to A* for Unit 1.
Grading |
Task |
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D1 |
Describe the features of settings available for children aged 0-5 years
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Task 1 |
D2 |
Identify settings within local provision from across the sectors
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Task 1 |
D3 |
Describe key issues to consider when preparing for a placement with children
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Task 2 |
D4 |
Identify responsibilities of an early years worker by recognising when they should refer to others |
Task 2 |
D5 |
Identify ways to respond to the individual needs of children that treat children fairly and in line with current practice for diversity and inclusion |
Task 3 |
D6 |
Reflect on the importance of knowing your own learning style
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Task 4 |
D7 |
Identify different study skills needed to study effectively
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Task 4 |
D8 |
Include at least one reference and a bibliography
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Task 5 |
C1 |
Describe the role of two or more types of settings available for children aged 0-5 years |
Task 1 |
B1 |
Explain the importance of meeting key issues in preparation for working with children aged 0-5 years |
Task 2 |
B2 |
Explain what may happen if the responsibilities of the early years worker are not met |
Task 2 |
A1 |
Discuss the differences between types of provision available for children aged 0-5 years |
Task 1 |
A* |
Reflect on the role of the early years worker when meeting the individual needs of children aged 0-5 years |
Task 3 |
The course is a Level 2 Child Development & Care NCFE course.
Topics covered include:
-Workplace Settings
-Social & Emotional Development
-Physical Development
-Child Progress from 0-5 years
How you will be assessed
Tutor observation
Work books
External marked exam at end of course






