What qualifications should a UK nanny have?
DCE – Diploma in Childcare and Education (formerly NNEB): This diploma was formerly known as the NNEB, and many families and nannies may still refer to it as such. It is a full-time, 2 year course incorporating at least 4 months of practical experience, gained via placements and is seen as a good qualification to have. In order to gain this qualification, a nanny must have learned to observe, care for and plan effectively for children of up to 8 years. The course will cover a full range of child-related subjects such as the development of the child and health and community care. CCE – Certificate in Childcare and Education: As opposed to the DCE, this course is a one-year, vocational qualification, where experience is gained via a range of practical placements, which make up 60% of the course time combined with 40% of more formal college study where students focus on children’s growth and development and the value of play. It equips the student to work in the childcare industry. BTEC –
