Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Looking to start a rewarding career working with young children? This nationally recognised qualification gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to become a qualified Early Years Practitioner.
This qualification is designed for you if you want to work with babies and young children from birth to five years, while gaining an understanding of child development from birth to seven years.
You will develop the skills, knowledge and professional understanding required to work confidently in early years settings such as nurseries, pre-schools and childcare environments. The qualification meets the Department for Education Level 2 full and relevant criteria, meaning that on achievement you can be counted within staff-to-child ratios as a qualified Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.
Throughout the course, you will study a range of mandatory units that support safe, inclusive and effective practice in early years settings.
What you’ll cover:
- Roles and responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner
- Child development from birth to seven years
- Health and safety in early years settings
- Safeguarding, protection and welfare of children
- Supporting wellbeing and healthy lifestyles
- Supporting Special Educational Needs and Disability
- Promoting positive behaviour
- Equality, diversity and inclusive practice
- Supporting care routines, play and learning activities
- Partnership working with parents and professionals
- Preparing children for school
This course requires commitment for the full duration of the programme.
You will be expected to complete homework and independent study tasks outside of taught sessions to support your learning and progression.
Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence, which includes internally assessed coursework and observations of your practice in the workplace.
Entry Requirements
- A suitable early years work placement is essential, as this is a competency-based qualification. You must secure a placement and provide evidence at enrolment.
- You will also be required to complete an initial assessment and attend an interview.
- You should have Level 2 English and maths qualifications, or be willing to work towards these alongside the course.
Information
You may wish to bring:
- A notebook and pen
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Employment as an Early Years Practitioner
- Roles such as Nursery Assistant, Pre-School Practitioner or Classroom Assistant
- Self-employment as a childminder or nanny
This qualification provides a strong foundation for progression within the early years sector.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
