NCEA Level 2 Childcare

12CHC
Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Kairaoi

Year 12 Childcare introduces the basic skills and knowledge involved in the education and care of infants, toddlers and young children.  The aim is to:

  • Develop the knowledge and confidence required to responsibly care for a child
  • Develop the knowledge base for future confident learning and parenting
  • Teach basic skills required for positive parenting  and/ or education of young children
  • Develop an understanding of child development 

In Year 12 Childcare you will be working towards 40 Level 2 credits for the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Learning & Care L.  A further 2 level 2 credits are offered in First Aid.  The unit standards offered are detailed below.

Assessments

All Unit Standards are internally assessed.  In the event that you do not achieve a unit standard, you will be given one opportunity to resubmit your work.  

Some assessments are required to be completed at home and handed in on time.  Extensions for this work must be applied for in writing before the work is due to be handed in.  Failure to comply with this, and not hand work in on time will result in a Not Achieved.  A resit will need to be organised (1 resit per assessment).

Seek assistance if you need help with organising study time, study space, or how to study.  

Expectations at school

  • Arrive promptly to class
  • Attend school on a regular basis ( 75% attendance required to achieve Unit Standard)
  • Be prepared for class – have the correct books, notes, and equipment on hand
  • Work to the best of your ability
  • Use your time effectively
  • Ask if you are unsure and need help
  • Complete assignments on time
  • Be proactive on keeping up to date – if a class is missed find out what was covered

Expectations at Home

In Childcare there are often readings that need to be done at home.  It is important that this is done as they will be discussed at school in the following lesson.  

 


Pathway

NCEA Level 3 Childcare

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

The following materials are required by each student and must be purchased at the beginning of the year.
• 1 x ring binder and A4 refill
• 1 set of dividers (10)

Credit Information
Assessment
Level
 Internal or
External
Credits
 L1 Literacy Credits UE Literacy Credits Numeracy Credits
U.S. 23091 v5 Communicate in the workplace using conversational te reo Māori and waiata
2
I
5
U.S. 25459 v4 Provide first aid for young children
2
I
1
U.S. 29852 v1 Demonstrate knowledge of the basic needs and nutrition that support young children's holistic wellbeing and development
2
I
4
U.S. 29853 v1 Demonstrate knowledge of health issues and services available to protect and enhance the wellbeing of young children
2
I
3
U.S. 29854 v1 Describe personal and environmental hygiene and safety practices for the care of young children
2
I
2
U.S. 29855 v1 Describe attachment relationships and strategies used to support transitions for young children
2
I
3
U.S. 29856 v1 Describe and demonstrate care practices for infants and toddlers
2
I
2
U.S. 29857 v1 Describe patterns of development and learning for young children
2
I
5
U.S. 29858 v1 Provide and reflect on the value of play experiences for a child's development and learning
2
I
5
U.S. 29859 v1 Describe values and beliefs that inform own personal approach to the learning and care of young children
2
I
4
U.S. 29860 v1 Describe strategies and practices used to develop positive relationships and to guide behaviour in young children
2
I
6
U.S. 29861 v1 Identify and describe agencies/services available in the community to support young children and families
2
I
3
Total Credits
43
0
0
0

Total Credits Available: 43 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 43 credits.