This qualification has been developed in partnership with the Nationwide Community Learning Partnership (NCLP). The units are based on the Parents with Prospects training resources.

The units are aimed primarily at new parents to enable them to acquire the parenting skills and knowledge required to help raise healthy, emotionally well-balanced children. They are aimed at parents of both sexes who have little or no experience of child care and child development. The qualification may also be relevant to learners who are not yet parents, but who are interested in developing these skills for the future.

The units cover areas such as positive parenting skills, developing communication, developing relationships and play with children, healthy food for children, and keeping children safe.

The delivery and assessment of this qualification should be practical, with a variety of methods of assessment used, including video diaries, role play, and observation checklists. If they wish, learners can also take optional units in areas such as managing money, searching for and applying for a job, and interview skills.