Unit Award Scheme

12277 CHILD DEVELOPMENT: CARE OF A BABY

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	research the basic equipment needed to care for a baby, giving reasons for the choices made	Student completed work
2	explain the advantages of breast feeding for both the mother and the baby	Student completed work
3	describe how to prepare a formula feed	Student completed work
4	identify the advantages and disadvantages of disposable nappies and reusable nappies	Student completed work
5	explain how to change a baby's nappy	Student completed work
6	take part in a discussion about the importance of good hygiene when caring for a baby, eg hand washing, cleaning equipment, toys, bottles and dummies	Student completed work
7	explain how to top-and tail a baby and how to bath a baby	Student completed work
8	identify when weaning should start and describe two or more types of food that could be introduced	Student completed work
9	identify three or more reasons why a baby might cry and appropriate ways to soothe it	Student completed work
10	produce a help leaflet for parents detailing the possible causes of cot death and how to make a baby's sleeping environment as safe as possible.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 12 October 2005Level - Entry Level