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Derry/Londonderry · Vocational Qualification

Children's Care, Learning & Development in Derry/Londonderry.

12 - 24 months. Levels 2 - 5. DfE-funded for eligible NI residents.

About the programme.

Rutledge Training delivers the Children's Care, Learning & Development vocational qualification from our Derry/Londonderry centre, supporting learners across the wider Derry/Londonderry area. Our tutors combine practical workshop delivery with workplace assessment and digital learning via the Rutledge Learning LMS, helping learners gain RQF Diploma in Children's Care, Learning & Development alongside the portable skills employers value.

Key facts.

Type
Vocational Qualification
Level
Levels 2 - 5
Duration
12 - 24 months
Cost
Free · DfE-funded
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Age range
16+

What you will achieve.

  • 01RQF Diploma in Children's Care, Learning & Development
  • 02NISCC childcare registration eligibility
  • 03Pathway to room leader/manager roles

Who this is for.

Nursery practitioners, childminders and early-years educators in NI settings.

Frequently asked.

Is Children's Care, Learning & Development training in Derry/Londonderry free?
Yes, DfE-funded for eligible NI residents. Eligibility depends on age, residency and prior qualifications. Speak to the Rutledge Derry/Londonderry team to confirm.
How long does the Children's Care, Learning & Development programme take?
12 - 24 months. The exact length depends on the level you start at and your prior experience.
Where is the Children's Care, Learning & Development course delivered in Derry/Londonderry?
Training combines practical delivery at our Derry/Londonderry centre (22 Waterloo Place, Londonderry, BT48 6BU) with workplace-based learning, plus online content via the Rutledge Learning LMS.
Do I need a job to start the Children's Care, Learning & Development vocational qualification?
No, vocational qualifications can be undertaken without employment, although workplace experience strengthens the qualification.
Who is this programme for?
Nursery practitioners, childminders and early-years educators in NI settings.