Free Level 2 Childcare Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. It covers how to keep children and young people safe, how to recognise abuse and exploitation, and the procedures used to protect them. With over 50,000 children identified as needing protection in the UK, this knowledge matters in any caring role. The course typically takes 8 weeks. No formal entry requirements.
Who this course is for
All children and young people deserve to be safe and well cared for within a safe and protective family. However, unfortunately this is not always the case. With over 50,000 children identified as needed protection from abuse in the UK, it is important that those working in the care sector understand the risks of abusive and exploitative behaviour that some children experience. Knowing what strategies are used to protect them from this behaviour, whilst following procedures, is essential to helping those affected.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll understand the risks of abuse and exploitation that children and young people can face.
You'll learn the strategies and procedures used to safeguard children in care settings.
You'll explore the responsibilities of those working with children and young people.
You'll develop knowledge of safe and protective environments for children.
You'll recognise signs of abusive and exploitative behaviour.
How you will learn
You'll study online and complete written assignments or assessments to demonstrate your knowledge. Work is submitted digitally and assessed by a tutor. There are no exams to sit in person. You can progress through the material at a pace that suits you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Total Training Provision 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.
Childcare Assistant - helping in nurseries, schools, or family centres.
Family Support Worker - working with families to improve child welfare.
Residential Childcare Worker - caring for children in residential homes.
Learning Support Assistant - supporting children with additional needs in schools.
Early Years Practitioner - working in early years and childcare settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. A natural next step if you want to work directly with young children.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - suited to roles in residential care settings.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children - deepens your child protection knowledge for more specialist roles.
