Free Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, so you can fit this level 2 early years practitioner qualification around your existing commitments. You'll gain the knowledge and skills to work with children from birth to age five, with some content covering up to age seven. No previous childcare experience or qualifications are needed to start. The course takes 18 months part-time.
Who this course is for
This qualification is ideal for learners looking to work with children between birth and 5 years, and gain knowledge of working with children up to 7 years. Learners do not need to have previous experience or qualifications in working with children to und
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll learn how children develop from birth to age seven, covering physical, cognitive, and emotional milestones.
You'll understand how to plan and support play and learning activities for young children.
You'll learn how to keep children safe, including safeguarding responsibilities and health and safety in early years settings.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support children's communication and language development.
You'll learn how to work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in early years practice.
You'll learn how to observe and assess children's progress and development.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classes at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service in Northallerton. Learning is classroom based, combining taught sessions with practical tasks and written assignments. Assessment includes observations of your practice, knowledge-based questions, and portfolio work that builds evidence of your competence across the qualification units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: support children's learning and care in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant: assist qualified staff in a day nursery or preschool.
Childminder assistant: support a registered childminder working with young children.
Early years teaching assistant: work alongside teachers in a Reception or preschool class.
Playgroup worker: plan and run activities for children in community play settings.
After-school club assistant: support children aged up to seven in wraparound care.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Required if you want to count as a qualified practitioner in a registered setting.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: a broader childcare qualification covering older age ranges.
Apprenticeship in Early Years Educator (Level 3): earn while you learn in a paid childcare role.
