Who is the course suitable for?
The course is for people who are interested in setting up a childminder business and don't have any existing qualifications in this area.
What will I learn?
Over four weeks, the course will support you in understanding the information needed to set up your own childminding business.
How will the course be taught?
The course will be taught by an experienced subject specialist tutor in a classroom setting. You will complete subject booklets.
Course details
Course ref: TZM237-24
Course title: Step into: Childminding
Start date: 6th June 2025
Days: Fridays
Time: 10 a.m - 1 p.m.
Weeks: 4
End date: 27 June 2025
Location: CALAT Thornton Heath, Zion Road, Croydon CR7 8RG
What related qualifications can I progress to?
At the end of the course, there will be the opportunity to discuss any next steps in setting up your business.
Attendance requirements
You will need to attend all 4 sessions to receive a certificate at the end of the course.
Cost
This course is free if you are unemployed
How to enrol on this course
To book onto this course, you must be 19 years of age or above as of 31.8.24 and live in the borough of Croydon.
The course may be free depending on your current employment status or income. You will need to be able to produce original official Photo ID, such as a current passport or driving licence, and if working, we need to see your last 3 months' wage slips. If you are unemployed, we will need to see proof of any benefits you are currently receiving.
If you would like to enrol on the course, please contact us at:
training4care@croydon.gov.uk
Courses
Step into: Childminding
- Reference TZM237-24
- Location: CALAT Thornton Heath Centre
- Start Date: 06 Jun 2025
- End Date: 27 Jun 2025
- Course Duration: 4 weeks
- Time: Fri 10:00 - 14:00
- 15 places available
| Fee Band | Amount |
| Full Fee | 69.60 |
| Remission | 0.00 |
| Overseas | 229.76 |