Free Level 2 Childcare Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. The course runs for 25 weeks and covers how children grow and develop, the role of nutrition and play, and how to support children positively across different age groups. It suits anyone exploring a childcare qualification or working toward a role with children or young people. This free childcare course for adults is delivered entirely online, so there are no fixed class times to work around.
Who this course is for
Throughout this qualification, you will explore the factors that influence children's development, such as the importance of nutrition, play and interaction. You will learn how you can be a positive influence on the different stages of a child's growth. Whether you have an interest in this subject or are actively looking to gain employment (or a voluntary role) in a childcare role, this qualification will give you a good understanding of caring for a range of age groups. This nationally recognised qualification allows you the flexibility to study in your own time.
Entry requirements
Please see our website for full details
What you will learn
You'll explore the key factors that shape children's development from birth through to young adulthood.
You'll learn how nutrition supports healthy growth at different stages.
You'll understand the importance of play and interaction in a child's development.
You'll identify how to be a positive influence on children and young people.
You'll gain knowledge of how to care for a range of age groups in childcare settings.
You'll build awareness of the skills and responsibilities involved in childcare and youth support roles.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so you study in your own time without attending a classroom. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from your assessor. BCoT will confirm the full assessment requirements and any online platform access details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. BCoT will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in community or residential settings
Nursery Assistant - helping staff care for children in early years settings
Childcare Worker - providing day-to-day care in nurseries or creches
Playworker - organising play activities for children in after-school clubs
Family Support Worker - assisting families with young children in the community
Classroom Teaching Assistant - supporting children's learning in primary schools
Residential Childcare Worker - caring for children in residential care homes
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator) - the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. A natural next step if you want to take on a senior room role.
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare - suited to those moving into residential or looked-after children settings.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training - useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles working with young people.
