Why Study This Course?
Are you looking to start a rewarding career working with young children? This Level 2 Diploma will give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in Early Years education. You’ll learn about child development from birth to 7 years, with a focus on practical skills for working with children aged 0-5. This qualification meets the Department for Education (DfE) requirements, setting you up for a fulfilling career.
You will:
Gain practical experience through work-based learning in an Early Years setting.
Develop a strong understanding of child development and care.
Learn how to create a safe and stimulating environment for young children.
Build confidence in your ability to support children's learning and well-being.
Achieve a nationally recognised qualification.
This course covers:
Roles and Responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner
Health and safety of babies and young children in the early years
Equality, diversity and inclusive practice in Early Years Settings
Safeguarding, protection and welfare of babies and young children in Early Years Settings
Understand how to support children’s development
Support care routines for babies and young children
Support the planning and delivery of activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes
Promote play in an Early Years Setting
Support well-being of babies and young children for healthy lifestyles
Support babies and young children to be physically active
Support the needs of babies and young children with Special Educational Needs and Disability – SEND
Promote positive behaviour in an Early Years Setting
Partnership working in the early years
Support the needs of the child in preparing for school
You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based sessions and practical experience in an Early Years setting. In the classroom, we'll use tutor presentations, videos, group activities, quizzes, question and answer sessions, and online research. You'll also receive one-to-one tutorials. Your placement will give you valuable hands-on experience. We're here to support you every step of the way!
You must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You need confident Level 1 English skills.
You must be working or volunteering in an Early Years setting for a minimum of two days per week (minimum of 12 hours).
You need to be able to attend your setting before the children arrive or after they have left.
Please apply online or attend one of our Open Days.
This course requires an interview.
Your tutor will assess your progress through coursework. A workplace assessor will also observe you in your placement setting. We'll assess your professional skills throughout the course. This qualification can lead to the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and other relevant Level 3 qualifications in early years and childcare.
We expect 100% attendance, so please let your tutor know if you're going to be absent. We encourage you to attend extra workshops like Puppet Making, Makaton, and Story Telling. You can also enrol on Paediatric First Aid, which is mandatory for new entrants to the workforce. We expect you to fully participate in all class activities.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.