Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, full-time during the day. This level 2 early years practitioner course covers child development, safeguarding, play and learning, and how to support children from birth to five years. It runs for approximately ten months. The early years practitioner qualification is recognised by employers in nurseries, pre-schools, and childcare settings.
You'll understand how children develop from birth to five years old.
You'll learn how to plan and support play and learning activities.
You'll know how to keep children safe and follow safeguarding procedures.
You'll understand how to work with parents and carers effectively.
You'll learn how to support children's communication and language development.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in early years settings.
You'll know how to observe and assess children's progress.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Grimsby Institute, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment includes observations in an early years setting, written assignments, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll be observed working directly with children as part of the qualification requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working with children aged birth to five
Nursery assistant: supporting daily childcare in a nursery setting
Pre-school assistant: helping run sessions in a pre-school environment
Childminder's assistant: supporting a registered childminder at home
Early years key worker: taking responsibility for a small group of children
Playgroup worker: leading or assisting in community play sessions
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Completing Level 3 means you can count toward the adult-to-child ratios required in registered settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: a broader childcare qualification opening roles in a wider range of settings.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: a short course many employers require alongside your main childcare qualification.
