City & Guilds Level 4 Preparing for Leadership and Management in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development
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Course Code | LA14346 |
Location | Distance Learning |
Duration | Open or Distance Learning, up to 24 months |
Department | Business, Management & Leadership, Childcare, Childhood Studies & Playwork |
Start Date | 01 Aug 2025 |
End Date | 31 Jul 2026 |
Course Overview
This Level 4 qualification is for experienced childcare staff seeking leadership advancement. It's knowledge-based, allowing completion before taking on a leadership role. The course covers three mandatory units (Leading child-centred practice, Theoretical frameworks for leadership and management, and Understanding how to lead and manage effective team performance), totalling 60 credits. It's ideal for those passionate about working with children and progressing to leadership, providing the necessary knowledge and skills for effective team leadership in childcare settings. Overall, it's a valuable opportunity for experienced staff to enhance their leadership potential and advance their careers.
This qualification is knowledge-based and is for experienced staff who wish to develop their leadership potential in order to progress to a leadership and management role within the Childcare sector.
The Level 4 Preparing for Leadership and Management in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development qualification uses both internal and external assessments after taught sessions to evaluate learners aspiring to advance in childcare and education. The external assessment involves a project proposing a change to current practices, demonstrating understanding and practical application. Internal assessments include oral and written responses testing communication, critical thinking, and knowledge of relevant theories. Overall, this comprehensive assessment ensures learners’ readiness for leadership and management roles in the children’s care sector, confirming their competency for increased responsibilities.
Please note there is a requirement to attend a day in college once a month.
Please note there is a requirement to attend a day in college once a month.
The Level 4 Preparing for Leadership and Management in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development course is designed to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to take on leadership roles within the field. This qualification serves as the first stepping stone towards becoming a successful leader in this sector.
Upon completion of this course, individuals can progress onto the Level 4 Professional Practice in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development with Specialism and eventually onto the Level 5 Leadership and Management of Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development: Practice, provided they are in a suitable job role.
Upon completion of this course, individuals can progress onto the Level 4 Professional Practice in Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development with Specialism and eventually onto the Level 5 Leadership and Management of Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development: Practice, provided they are in a suitable job role.
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