ICTQual Level 3 Award in Introduction to Nursery Nursing

This qualification provides structured foundational training in early years care, focusing on child wellbeing, safeguarding, and professional nursery practice aligned with ICTQual AB standards.

• Foundation-level nursery nursing knowledge aligned with Level 3 standards

• Focus on child development and early learning principles

• Practical understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Health, safety, and hygiene practices in nursery environments

• Communication skills for working with children and families

• Preparation for entry-level roles in early years education and care

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Introduction to Nursery Nursing is designed to provide learners with essential knowledge and understanding of working in early years and nursery environments. It introduces core principles of childcare, including child development stages, safeguarding responsibilities, and professional care practices required in nurseries.

• Understanding child development stages in early years

• Safeguarding and child protection responsibilities

• Health, safety, and hygiene in nursery settings

• Supporting learning through play-based activities

• Effective communication with children and caregivers

• Professional conduct in early years environments

This course helps learners develop essential introductory knowledge and practical understanding required to support children in nursery nursing environments.

• Understand early childhood development principles and stages

• Apply safeguarding procedures to protect children in care settings

• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards in nurseries

• Support learning and development through structured play activities

• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues

• Demonstrate basic professional responsibilities in early years care

This course is designed for individuals seeking to begin a career in nursery nursing or early childhood education and care.

• School leavers interested in childcare careers

• Aspiring nursery assistants or practitioners

• Individuals seeking entry into early years education sector

• Volunteers working in childcare or community settings

• Career changers moving into childcare and education

• Learners planning progression to Level 3 childcare qualifications

This is an entry-level Level 3 introductory qualification; learners are expected to have basic educational and communication skills suitable for studying childcare concepts.

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years or above

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand course materials

The qualification is assessed through structured internal and knowledge-based assessments designed to evaluate understanding of nursery nursing principles.

• Multiple-choice question (MCQ) assessment

• Written assignments or short-answer questions

• Practical knowledge-based tasks or case studies

• Tutor-assessed coursework submissions

This qualification provides a pathway into further study and employment within early years education and childcare sectors.

• ICTQual Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care

• Employment as nursery assistant or childcare support worker

• Progression to Level 4 childcare or education qualifications

• Specialised training in safeguarding, SEN support, or child development