Childcare training courses

Childcare training

We provide training for anybody working in a day care or early education setting, such as nurseries, playgroups, out of school services and childminders. 

Courses are listed in the booklet below:

• Childcare workforce booklet for 2012/13.

How to apply

To apply for a place on a course please download the form below and send it to the address on the form.

• Training application form for 2012/13.

Help with course fees 2012/13

We are committed to providing some support towards the cost of places for essential training for childcare practitioners and pre-registration childminders.

Please see our policies below and contact our Childcare Workforce Planning Officer on 0151 225 6258 for further information.

If you are looking for help with funding for a national Level 2 or 3 qualification, please contact The Skills Funding Agency, Connexions or Job Centre Plus.

• Charging Policy for Pre-registration Childminder Training 2012/2013.
• Charging Policy for Childcare Practitioner Training 2012/2013.