TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (RQF)
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TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (RQF)
Overview:
The TQUK Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (RQF) is a comprehensive qualification aimed at individuals working or aspiring to work in the residential childcare sector. This programme provides a thorough understanding of the complexities involved in caring for children and young people in residential settings, equipping learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care and support.
Location:
Online, distance learning
Start dates and duration:
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Tuition fees and funding:
Total course cost is £10,250 split equally across the duration of your course (full and part-time).
For UK students: you can apply for a non-means-tested government master’s loan.
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree and above or equivalent – from a recognised institution.
English language: IELTS Level 6.5 or above with no element below 6.0 (or equivalent).
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Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements however learners must be 16 years and above,
Learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent
Who is it suitable for?
The Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (RQF) is suitable for individuals who are interested in or currently working in the field of residential childcare and wish to enhance their knowledge and skills to effectively support and care for children and young people in residential settings.
What could this qualification lead to?
The Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (RQF) can lead to various fulfilling and impactful career opportunities within the residential childcare sector. Some potential career paths and outcomes include:
- Residential Childcare Manager: Graduates of this programme may pursue careers as residential childcare managers, overseeing the overall operations of residential childcare facilities, ensuring the well-being and development of children and young people, and managing staff to provide a nurturing and supportive environment.
- Youth Support Coordinator: Individuals can take on roles as youth support coordinators, responsible for managing and coordinating youth support services and programmes within residential settings, ensuring that the needs of children and young people are met effectively.
- Social Worker: Some individuals may choose to pursue careers as social workers specialising in children and family services, providing crucial support and guidance to children and young people in need of residential care and their families.
- Residential Care Worker: Graduates can work as residential care workers, providing direct care and support to children and young people in residential settings, helping them with daily activities, and creating a safe and nurturing environment for their development and well-being.
- Family Support Worker: Individuals may choose to work as family support workers, offering assistance and guidance to families of children and young people in residential care, ensuring they have access to necessary resources and services to support their overall well-being.
Module Structure
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare Qualification consists of 17 mandatory units and 62 credits.
| Mandatory Units | Level | Credit |
| Assessment and planning with children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 4 |
| Professional development in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Residential childcare for children and young people with complex disabilities or conditions | 3 | 4 |
| Safeguarding and protection of children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 5 |
| Support and promote shared risk management with children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Support and promote the rights, diversity and equality of children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Support children and young people in residential childcare to manage their health | 3 | 3 |
| Support effective communication and information handling in residential childcare | 3 | 4 |
| Support group living in residential childcare | 3 | 4 |
| Support positive outcomes for children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Support positive relationships and attachments for children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Support the development of children and young people to achieve their learning potential | 3 | 6 |
| Support the well-being and resilience of children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 3 |
| Support working in teams to benefit children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 4 |
| Supporting children and young people who have experienced harm and abuse | 3 | 3 |
| The care system and its impact on children and young people | 3 | 5 |
| Working with the families of children and young people in residential childcare | 3 | 2 |
Learners are able to:
- Access All course materials, including online modules and written assignments,
- Gain teacher support.
- Access the WFC online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal).
- Acquire Assignments Briefing
- Receive excellent-quality study notes.
- Obtain assignment marks and feedback.
- Gain a fully accredited UK certificate.
- Receive dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday).
- Gain full support until the completion of the course.
Progression
Successful learners can progress to other qualifications such as:
- Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management
- Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services
Assessment
Tutor-marked assignments and workplace observations.
No Exams
Accreditation
This Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare is accredited by Ofqual awarding body.
Fees
If you have any questions and want to know the fees please email us or call us
Phone: +44 (0) 203 771 5653
Email: admissions@westfieldcollege.co.uk
Not sure how these qualifications translate to the UK equivalents, but this is the entry criteria we have for this programme:
Fees
Full time
- 12 to 18 months
Complete your degree in the shortest possible time and study flexibly – when and where suits you!
£7,250
You’ll study 9 modules in total (approx. 37 hrs/week).
Part time option one
- 12 to 18 months
Study for a degree whilst fitting it around your work, care and other life commitments.
£4,250
You’ll study 6 modules per year (approx. 25 hrs/week).
Part time option two
- 12 to 18 months
Take time to study and spread the tuition fees over a longer period – at no extra cost.
£5,500
You’ll study 4–5 modules per year (approx. 19 hrs/week).
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