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Career options in childcare

Male carer and boy

Interested in a career working with children? There are so many options, you need to consider the following to enable you to make the right decision:  

  • what age group do you want to work with?
  • are you qualified or unqualified?
  • do you want to work full or part time? 
  • are you currently employed?
  • would you be able to commit to training for a qualification?
  • are you aware of the various training routes?

 

For more information on the various areas of work visit http://www.childcarecareers.gov.uk/

Information on careers in childminding is available through the childcare strategy team.

Local colleges and training providers:

Dudley College: http://www.dudleycol.ac.uk

Stourbridge College: www.stourbridge.ac.uk/info/college/contact.htm

Halesowen College: http://www.halesowen.ac.uk/

Platinum Training: www.platinum-training.co.uk 

Contact Details

  • Name Gail Morgan, childcare and early years workforce manager
  • Address St James House, Trinity Road, Dudley
  • Telephone 01384 814389
  • Fax 01384 818080