Free Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Leicester. Classes run at Gateway Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This level 2 early years practitioner course takes 12 months to complete. You'll study child development, safeguarding, and how to support children's learning and wellbeing in early years settings. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll understand how children develop physically, emotionally, and socially from birth to five.
You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and communication.
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 work with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll learn about health, wellbeing, and nutrition in early years settings.
You'll develop knowledge of inclusive practice and how to support children with additional needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Gateway Sixth Form College. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in an early years setting, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll be expected to complete a placement in a nursery or childcare setting as part of the course, where your practice will be observed and assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gateway Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: supporting children's learning and daily care in a nursery
Nursery assistant: working under supervision in a nursery room
Childminder assistant: supporting a registered childminder at home
Playgroup assistant: helping run sessions for young children
Early years keyworker: taking responsibility for a small group of children
After-school club assistant: supporting children aged 4 and up in wraparound care
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the next step if you want to take on greater responsibility in an early years setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: a broader childcare qualification covering birth to 16.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: a short course often required alongside childcare roles.
