Free Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Ipswich. Classes run full-time during the day at Suffolk New College, taking one year to complete. This level 2 early years practitioner course covers child development, safeguarding, communication, and supporting children's learning from birth to five years. You'll need three GCSEs at Grade 3 or above (including maths and English), or a Level 1 qualification with maths and English at Level 1. An Enhanced DBS check and 10 days of recorded childcare work experience are also required before you enrol.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including maths and English Language, or a Level 1 qualification plus maths and English Language at Level 1. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) must be in place at enrolment and students must register with the DBS Update Service. Evidence of 10 days of recorded work experience in a relevant Childcare placement.
What you will learn
You'll understand child development from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to support children's communication and language skills.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to plan and support play and learning activities.
You'll understand health, wellbeing, and nutrition for young children.
You'll develop skills in working with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll learn how to observe and assess children's progress.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Suffolk New College, with learning supported through a combination of taught sessions and practical work placement. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in your childcare placement, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll need to complete placement hours in a relevant childcare setting as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need an Enhanced DBS check in place at enrolment and must register with the DBS Update Service. You'll also need to provide evidence of 10 days of recorded work experience in a relevant childcare placement.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: supporting children's learning and care in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant: working under a qualified practitioner in an early years room.
Childminder assistant: supporting a registered childminder with daily care.
Pre-school assistant: helping children aged two to four in a pre-school setting.
Crèche worker: providing short-term childcare in leisure or community venues.
Early years key worker: taking responsibility for a small group of children's development.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator: 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 and can support progression into room-leader roles.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: a short, practical qualification that many early years employers require.
