the course in detail.

This qualification is part of the new children’s homes regulations which came into force in April 2015.This qualification is part of the new children’s homes regulations which came into force in April 2015. The objective of this qualification is to support the role of managers of residential childcare settings. This is the required qualification for managers of residential childcare settings. This is a combined knowledge and competency qualification and must be undertaken by individuals who are working, volunteering or on practical placement as managers within the residential childcare sector. Learners undertaking this qualification will be managing services for children and young people from birth to 25 years of age. This extended age range takes into account the entitlements for children and young people with complex disabilities and conditions. This qualification includes mandatory core knowledge relating to the development of children and young people, and understanding the provision of support for children and young people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged. It also includes mandatory core skills relating to leading and managing a team, safeguarding and protecting children and young people, communication and information management, managing risk, leading and managing group living and leading a service to support children and young people who have experienced harm or abuse. It also offers the learner the opportunity to cover optional topics which are particularly suited to specific residential childcare and respite care settings.