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Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Brent

Cost£879.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day over 35 weeks.

The course covers child development, safeguarding, supporting play and learning, and working with families. You'll also study health and wellbeing, communication, and the early years curriculum. Classes run at a manageable pace, which can suit those balancing study with other commitments.

You'll need 2 to 4 GCSEs at grades 3 or 4, or a Level 1 qualification. Relevant experience may also be considered. You'll finish with the NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.

Who this course is for

Adults Only

Entry requirements

2 - 4 GCSEs (grades 3 or 4) OR Level 1 qualification (flexibility may apply), Ideally English or maths at grade 4, or willingness to study alongside, An interview may be required; we’ll be in touch after you apply to invite you to an interview if needed, Alternative entry via relevant experience may be acceptable,

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how children grow and develop from birth to five years old.
  • You'll study safeguarding and how to keep children safe.
  • You'll explore how to support play, learning, and creativity in early years settings.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll study children's health, wellbeing, and physical development.
  • You'll learn about the early years curriculum and how to plan activities.
  • You'll develop skills in observing and assessing children's progress.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at College of North West London. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in practice, and evidence of your knowledge and skills. An interview may be required before you start. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you apply.

What you will need to bring

College of North West London will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early Years Practitioner, works directly with children aged birth to five in a nursery or pre-school setting.
  • Early Years Assistant, supports practitioners and teachers in an early years environment.
  • Nursery Assistant, helps with daily care and learning activities in a nursery.
  • Nursery Practitioner, plans and delivers activities for young children in a childcare setting.
  • Childcare Worker, provides care and support for children in a range of settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator, the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility and count in statutory staffing ratios.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
  • Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies (Level 5), for those aiming toward Early Years Teacher Status, which also requires a degree.
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