Caring for your Child

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
T/504/7514
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about childhood behaviour patterns/problems.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify behaviour patterns/problems which can arise in children at different stages of growth.
  • 1.2
    Outline how one identified problem could be dealt with.
2

Know about the importance of play in child development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify play activities suitable for children at each stage of development.
3

Know about the nature of children's social and emotional development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Give examples of social and emotional aspects of child development.
4

Know about the importance of safety and hygiene in childcare.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    List common sources of accidents to children inside and outside the home.
  • 4.2
    Give examples of precautions that can be taken to help to prevent the identified accidents.
  • 4.3
    Identify hygiene measures necessary to prevent the spread of infection.
5

Know about children's physical development up to 11 years.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Outline the important aspects of a child's physical development up to 11 years.
6

Know about the nutritional needs of children.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Outline a balanced diet for a specific child.
  • 6.2
    List ideas for healthy eating on a limited budget.