CACHE Qualification Specification

CYPOP 2: Care for the physical and nutritional needs of babies and young children
Assessment task - CYPOP 2 Care for the physical and nutritional needs of
babies and young children
It is essential that practitioners know the nutritional needs of young children in their care. The
provision of food in early years settings must be based on government guidelines and in
consultation with the parents/carer.
Produce a guideline for a colleague about the nutritional needs of a child from 18 months to 36
months. It must show that you can:
Task 1 links to learning outcome 6, assessment criteria 6.1 and 6.2.
� plan meals for young children that meet their nutritional needs based on government
guidance, and information from their carers
� explain food allergies and intolerances that a young child may experience and the
importance of following carers’ instructions on the needs of their child.
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