You can start an Apprenticeship at any time. Typically, 24 months for new entrants. For those with relevant qualifications and experience in the health and social care field, 12 to 18 months.
AFCHD
This qualification develops the knowledge and skills needed for working with children in residential childcare, covering child development and positive relationships. You’ll work with children, young people, and families to achieve positive changes.
The qualification enables you to gain essential skills, including:
For more info, visit the Apprenticeship Standards website.
You will be assessed through practical observations within the work place and coursework.
Upon completion of the course you will be expected to undertake an End Point Assessment which includes:
You will require access to a computer and the internet.
On successful completion of the course, you may be able to progress on to the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management or a foundation degree in a related discipline.
You can also progress to the following roles:
There is no cost to being an apprentice. All costs associated with your apprenticeship, including the cost of training and your salary, will be paid by your employer.
For further information please contact the team on 01226 216 166 or email: apprenticeships@barnsley.ac.uk
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which can be added to your study programme.
If you’re aged 19 or above and don’t hold a a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.