BTEC Level Three Diploma for Residential Childcare (standalone)
BTEC Level Three Diploma for Residential Childcare
Course Summary

Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This one-year Diploma covers a range of themes such as:
- legislation, practices and processes regarding the residential sector
- risk assessment
- supporting group living
- how to support outcomes of supportive living
Entry Requirements
- Working in a residential children’s environment
- A good standard of English
- Enthusiasm to pursue a career in this sector
- Access to a laptop
What will you learn?
- Legislation, practices and processes regarding the residential sector
- Risk assessment
- Supporting group living
- How to support outcomes of supportive living
How will you learn?
On-site
What will you need to bring with you?
The cost of the course can be met either by a student loan or by invoice.
- Student loan – £2800
- Invoice – £3000
How will you be assessed?
- Observations
- Questioning
- Assignments
- Professional discussions
Where next?
You can progress to the BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or in other areas of Health and Social Care. You could also consider the BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Learners can also progress into relevant job roles such as Senior Care Worker, Advanced Practitioner in Residential Care, Support Worker, Registered Manager of a Children’s Home and Youth Worker.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
Information for Employers
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
Nursery Nurses and Assistants
£14986
Teaching and Other Educational Professionals n.e.c.
£22759
Residential, Day and Domiciliary Care Managers and Proprietors
£33825
Care Workers and Home Carers
£15746
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Course Information Last Updated On: October 18, 2021 1:42 pm