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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.