Free Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Nuneaton. Classes run at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus. This full-time, daytime level 2 early years practitioner course takes one year to complete. You'll study child development, safeguarding, and how to support young children's learning and wellbeing in nursery and early years settings. Entry requirements are four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are 4 GCSE at Grade D/3 or above or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand how children develop from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to plan and support play-based learning activities.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll understand how to support children's communication and language development.
You'll learn how to work in partnership with parents and carers.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and work placement in an early years setting. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice, and a portfolio of evidence showing your competence with children. You'll be assessed against the NCFE standards throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College Nuneaton Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: supporting children's learning in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant: day-to-day care and activities for young children.
Childcare worker: working in a private or community childcare setting.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting children in a Reception class.
Playgroup worker: leading play sessions for pre-school children.
Crèche worker: providing short-stay childcare in leisure or community venues.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator (NCFE or equivalent): the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the natural next step if you want to take on greater responsibility in an early years setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: broadens your knowledge across childcare settings.
Early Childhood Studies degree: for those considering a move into teaching, management, or specialist roles in early years.
