Essential training
In England
Childminders in England must attend an introductory childcare
training course, such as Introduction to Childcare Practice
(Home-based), and undertake a paediatric first-aid training
course that are both recognised by Ofsted and their local
authority.
Childminders should attend the introductory childminding course
within six months of registration, and they must hold the first-aid
certificate when they are registered.
In Wales
Childminders in Wales must complete DHC Unit 1, Introduction to
Childcare Practice (Home-based), before registering with
CSSIW as a childminder.
For more information about becoming a childminder in Wales,
download the leaflet How
to Become a Registered Childminder in Wales (pdf 160kb) or call
NCMA's Cardiff office on 0845 880 1299.
First-aid training
All childminders must undertake paeadiatric first-aid training
and hold a valid certificate at the point of registration.