Free Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Course in Wigston. Classes run at NWSLC Wigston Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification, to enrol. This full-time daytime course runs over one year and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work with young children in nursery and early years settings. The level 2 early years practitioner qualification is awarded by NCFE and is the recognised route into nursery practitioner roles.
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 learn how children develop physically, emotionally, and socially in the early years.
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 childcare settings.
You'll develop skills in observing and assessing children's progress.
You'll learn how to support children's communication and language development.
You'll understand how to work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in early years practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at NWSLC Wigston Campus, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment includes written assignments, observations of your practice, and professional discussions. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the year to demonstrate your competence across the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. NWSLC Wigston Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working with children aged 0 to 5 in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant: supporting qualified staff in early years rooms.
Childcare worker: providing care and learning activities in a daycare setting.
Pre-school assistant: supporting children's learning in a pre-school environment.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting children in a Reception class.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator (NCFE or City and Guilds): the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Required if you want to count as a qualified practitioner in a nursery.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: broadens your knowledge and opens routes into senior room leader roles.
Level 5 Early Childhood Studies: a higher-level route for those moving toward management or specialist early years roles.
