Complete units 326 Introduction to home-based childcare (IHC) and 327 Preparing for Childminding Practice (PCP).
These are worth 10 credits towards full Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Care Play Learning and Development.
To become a registered Childminder you will need to pass both units.
Financial support will be offered to those who are considering becoming a childminder. Anyone interested will need to meet the criteria and adhere to Terms and Conditions of the funding available. Please email valechildcare@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk for further information.
You will also need to complete a 12 hour Paediatric First Aid course, Child Protect/Safeguarding and Food Hygiene/Safety.
To be registered under the Voluntary Home Approval Scheme (as a nanny in the child’s own home) you will need to pass the first unit 326 Introduction to home-based childcare (IHC). You may want to consider this as a career, for more information:
Approval of Home Childcare Providers (Wales) Scheme 2021