CACHE LEVEL 3 PLEASE HELP!

Nanny31 · 2023-01-12T07:56:04+00:00

Hi I'm a nanny and currently tearing my hair out at this certain course 'cache level 3 childcare & education.' A certain question on unit 2 'Explain the role and function of vitamins' I thought I had cracked this but advice from my tutor was to re do SO my question to you guys Can you help??? Maybe you have completed this course too??? Thank you in advance🙂

TeenDivided · 13/01/2023 15:07

You may get more response on the childcare threads just because nannies and childminders hang out there.

Do you have the relevant course text book and the specification? There will be specific information you need to include. So, and this is a guess, I'd expect maybe:

A general paragraph on what vitamins & minerals are
Followed by a table that has headers Vitamin/Mineral, Function, Sources

e.g
Vitamin D - Together with Calcium promotes bone growth - Sunlight, Oily fish

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 15:10

Vitamins are essential micronutrients that the body needs in small amounts to function properly. They help to support normal growth and development, and maintain overall health and well-being. Vitamins play various roles in the body such as helping to release energy from food, supporting the immune system, and maintaining healthy skin, hair, and eyes. There are 13 essential vitamins that the human body needs, and they can be divided into two categories: fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) and water-soluble vitamins (B vitamins and vitamin C). Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body's fat tissues, while water-soluble vitamins are not stored and need to be replenished more frequently.

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 15:12

This answer is more relevant to children

Vitamins are important for children's growth and development. They help to support a healthy immune system, which can help children to fight off infections and illnesses. Vitamins also help to release energy from food, which is important for children to have the energy they need to play, learn and grow. Certain vitamins are also crucial for children's vision and bone health. For example, vitamin A is important for healthy eyesight, and vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium to support strong bones. A balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein sources can provide children with the vitamins they need. However, in certain cases, a doctor may recommend a vitamin supplement to make sure that children are getting the right amount of vitamins they need

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Nanny31 · 13/01/2023 18:46

Thank you very much! Much appreciated 🙏

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titchy · 13/01/2023 18:55

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 15:12

This answer is more relevant to children

Vitamins are important for children's growth and development. They help to support a healthy immune system, which can help children to fight off infections and illnesses. Vitamins also help to release energy from food, which is important for children to have the energy they need to play, learn and grow. Certain vitamins are also crucial for children's vision and bone health. For example, vitamin A is important for healthy eyesight, and vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium to support strong bones. A balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein sources can provide children with the vitamins they need. However, in certain cases, a doctor may recommend a vitamin supplement to make sure that children are getting the right amount of vitamins they need

Would you want your child looked after by someone who got people off the internet to do their qualification for them?

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 19:49

Yes, I have children and I work in a nursery. Sometimes you know the answer but you can't put it into words.

Often your assessor will keep asking for revisions and you hit a blank.

titchy · 13/01/2023 20:01

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 19:49

Yes, I have children and I work in a nursery. Sometimes you know the answer but you can't put it into words.

Often your assessor will keep asking for revisions and you hit a blank.

Did OP demonstrate she knew the answer?

Shesasuperfreak · 13/01/2023 20:15

She was asked to redo after she thought she had cracked it. Its not like she is asking what is safeguarding?

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Nanny31 · 14/01/2023 07:31

Well at least I have one friend here! 🤣
Thanks! @Shesasuperfreak

@titchy I have years of experience looking after children - quite capable thank you. Qualification assessments these days are not a walk in the park ....... one is trying!

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TeenDivided · 14/01/2023 07:42

@Nanny31 I think we are all trying to help you.

I gave reference to look at books and the spec to see what was required.
Someone else gave you a full answer.
And titchy pointed out that giving someone a full answer may not be the best way to help someone, especially if it is going towards a professional qualification.

What you have to realise is that people do lie on MN. You say you have loads of experience etc. But you equally could be a 19yo who hasn't a clue who is going round different forums with each assignment getting others to do them.

It is not as if you posted what you had written, or that you posted any feedback from your assessor saying what was wrong.

I'm a believer in 'teach a man to fish...' rather than 'give a man a fish...'

Good luck with your qualification, (and please use the model answer you have been given to improve your previous one rather than using it verbatim).

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Nanny31 · 14/01/2023 07:57

@TeenDivided haha, wish I were 19 again! ...... 32!

Point taken and thank you for advice.

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