The study of childcare is focused on how to provide proper care and support services for children. Because caring for kids can involve more than just physical care, courses may also branch into psychology, child and family development and early childhood education.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.