The Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner is a fantastic introduction into gaining knowledge about caring for babies and young children in Early Years settings. Your experience at college will allow you to participate in class-based activities to support an understanding of topics such as children’s health, play opportunities and development. You will spend time each week in a work placement so that you are able to put knowledge gained from your lessons into practice. You may be required to attend GCSE or Functional Skills lessons in English or Maths. This Level 2 qualification will support progression onto one of our Level 3 courses (subject to a satisfactory interview).
Course options
Code
B8D110PLevel
Level 2Mode
Full TimeCampus
DartfordDuration
1 yearStarting
9/09/2024Ending
20/06/2025-
What qualification will I gain?
NCFE CACHE L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
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Entry Requirements
4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above including English or Maths. 5 days vocational work experience in a Nursery or Primary School. Due to attending a work placement whilst at college you must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS application. You will need to attend an interview and if successful a taster session. A good school report will need to be submitted.
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What progression options will I have?
This qualification allows progression onto NCFE Level 3 Technical Certificate in Childcare and Education (2 years) or Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (1 year).
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What costs are involved?
Tuition Fees: 16-18 - free 19+ - TBA Exam and Registration Fees (payable by all aged 19 and over): TBA
Other Costs (payable by all students): £120 Material fee contribution & £30 Trip Fee (deposit) This course may also attract additional costs, for example, kit, uniform or books, that all students will be required to pay. Please contact the College for further details.
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How will I be assessed?
Learners are assessed through a variety of methods including - assignments, practical activities and presentations. Skills-based outcomes must be achieved with reference to a real work environment and must include direct observation within the workplace.