Do you want to work with Children?

Working with children can one of the most fulfilling and rewarding careers, but where do you start?

You could work with early years, tweenies or teenagers. This could be in a voluntary position, private organisations, public institutions and even not-for-profit sectors.

The range of career opportunities is wide and varied and working with children will come with a high degree of responsibility and often an abundance of job satisfaction. Many children have a wide range of specific needs that need addressing, and as a professional you need to able to identify both physical needs as well as emotional needs.

If you are just starting out in your working career, or maybe you are feeling unfulfilled in your current career and want a change, studying for a Level 3 Diploma online is a good starting point.

Not only will this give you a sound foundation for further study if that is what you choose to do, but it will also show both current and future potential employers that not only are you serious about working with children, but also that you have self-motivation, determination, good time management skills and that you are dedicated to your chosen career.

A Level 3 Diploma in Childcare & Development is an in-depth study of what qualities are required to work in the field of childcare. It investigates child development from pre-conception up to 7 years of age.

The course begins with the study of genetics, embryology and foetal development before moving on to the anatomy and physiology of the child, and then through to growth and care, as well as language and speech development. The study of the development of cognitive skills and learning through play are also considered before concluding with looking at the many job opportunities there are in childcare, from nurseries to schools or to looking after children in one’s own home

The final unit in the course deals with responsibilities and legal requirements such as health & safety, Ofsted and safety is covered in detail. The main regulatory bodies and organisations dealing with the childcare profession are also covered here.

A Level 3 Diploma in Child Development will provide practical understanding of the developing child as well as theoretical knowledge. This course covers topics such as pregnancy, stages of physical growth, measuring normative childhood and the social aspects of childrearing.

It also looks at emotional development of the child, day care, development of social construction, development of play, development in adolescence in addition to developmental problems.

Or perhaps you would prefer to work with older children?

For adolescents who are struggling with transitioning into adulthood, special counselling skills and approaches are required. To work in this field, a Level 3 Diploma in Child & Adolescent Counselling may be the perfect subject to study.

This course focuses on the integrated method of child counselling with significant reference to using narrative and imagery techniques. In addition to the various counselling approaches, various working models and theories specific to Child & Adolescent Counselling will be explored, as well as behavioural, psychosocial strategies and reflective practice.

Other Level 3 Diplomas to consider studying are: Child Coaching, Child Psychology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Family Counselling, and Health & Social Care.

So, what are you waiting for? Make a start and realise your dream vocation. After studying a Level 3 Diploma, if you want to go on to further study or university, you would be eligible to enrol on one of our related Level 4 Diplomas which is equivalent to the first years of a Bachelor’s Degree.