Cache Level 2 Award in Babysitting will enable you to:

• Understand the procedures and safety measures in babysitting
• Develop your knowledge in supporting a child's development
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification to kick-start your learning

Support is provided for up to 12 months but it is entirely up to you how quickly you work through the course. The estimated study time is 80 hours so if you average around 5 hours a week study you would complete in 4-5 months. If you put more time in you can complete quicker.

The course is delivered hard copy in folders or emailed to you if you choose the online option. These are yours to keep so you can write on them, make notes etc. Your pack will contain everything you need to begin your course including your lessons, tutor and support information. In addition a study guide explaining how to get started along with comprehensive study notes for each element of the course is included.

Support is provided throughout the course via a tutor who can be emailed at any time should you come across anything you are unsure of. There is also a support team by telephone. Don't hesitate to ask if you are unsure!

Babysitting Level 2 Award is split into three units. At the end of each unit you will complete an assignment which you will email to your tutor. An assignment is a set of questions based upon the unit you have just studied. If there are any areas for improvements or anything that you have misunderstood you will always have the opportunity to re-submit.

The good news is there are no exams! Once you have completed all the assignments you complete the course.

Unit 1: Accident Prevention and Fire Safety When Babysitting

• The role and importance of risk assessment
• Assessing risks when babysitting
• The role of control measures in fire safety and accident preventions

Unit 2: Caring for Young Children in a Babysitting Environment

• Responsibilities within babysitting
• Knowing age-appropriate toys for children up to 5 years and 11 months
• Preparing young children for sleep

Unit 3: Respecting and Valuing Children

• Respecting and valuing children as individuals
• Ways to respect and value children
• Knowing that children have rights

Upon successful completion of the course you will achieve an NCFE CACHE Level 1 Diploma in Caring for Children.

CACHE became part of NCFE in 2015.

CACHE (the Council of Awards in Care, Health and Education) are the UK's leading awarding organisation for the childcare and social care sectors, and are part of the RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) which ensures the highest level quality courses and industry recognised qualifications.

Once you have enrolled on your CACHE course, you will be entitled to access the CACHE Alumni Membership for 2 years. Please contact our Student Support team for further information on 0330 563100. CACHE Alumni is a Professional Membership Network for those who work in the CACHE industries, providing valuable resources and advice for professional studying towards/with a CACHE qualification.