Free Level 2 Childcare Course in Weybridge. Classes run at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus. This full-time daytime childcare qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in care and support settings. The course runs for 34 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. Funding is available for school leavers and adults.
Who this course is for
Funding is available for school leavers and adults
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore child development and how children and young people grow and learn.
You'll learn how to safeguard children and young people and understand your responsibilities.
You'll study the importance of play and how it supports development.
You'll learn how to support the health, wellbeing, and personal care of children and young people.
You'll understand how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusion in childcare settings.
You'll learn about legislation and policies that govern work with children and young people.
How you will learn
You'll study through classroom-based sessions at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that you build up over the course. There are no formal written exams. Your work is assessed against the requirements of the NCFE qualification throughout the 34 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus 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 with the care and learning of young children.
Playworker: organising and supervising play activities for children.
Childcare Assistant: supporting qualified staff in nurseries or children's centres.
Learning Support Assistant: helping children with additional needs in school settings.
Residential Childcare Worker: providing care for children in residential 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 more responsibility in early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare: suited to those working or planning to work in residential care for children and young people.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children: a focused qualification for those wanting to deepen their safeguarding knowledge.
