I am looking to become a child minder, I am 19 and just finished college, and want to find out more information.

I did tourism in college, so I want to know if that also mattters?

Thanks,
Bailey

Hi Baileys

Lots of information here:

http://www.childmindinghelp.co.uk/forum/starting-childminding-pre-registration-visits/117176-registering-childminder-updated-06-2014-a.html

You have to do a local authority course before you can apply to Ofsted and be registered. it doesn't matter what you did before.

I did tourism at college (well as a 'minor' course option) and I can safely say it has never mattered at all. :D

Mind you, I did a level 3 in childcare last year, and that has yet to matter either. :p

Seriously, find out as much as you can about the actuality of being a CM and decide for yourself whether to go for it. And all the best if you do. :thumbsup:

Hi,
You're young and the world is your oyster! If you really want to be a CM then go for it and give it your all. However, if you're just toying with it then also consider other options too. Perhaps childcare within a medium or large setting would give you exposure to working with others and you could develop your skills and experience before starting your own business as a Childminder at a later point. Good luck!!