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CWDC launches home-based care course

A new home-based training course for childminders and nannies has been developed by the Children's Workforce Development Council in consultation with the National Childminding Association.

The home-based unit is part of the new Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce, launched next month, and is available as an introductory course for those preparing to become registered childminders or work as a nanny. It is also open to those studying for the diploma, and provides four out of the 65 credits needed for the full qualification.

The diploma is designed to supersede other level 3 qualifications. According to the CWDC, it will 'bring clarity to the workforce and help the sector meet the Government target that all staff be qualified to level 3 by 2015.'

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