Free Level 2 Childcare Course in Skelmersdale. Classes run at West Lancashire College, full-time during the day. This childcare qualification runs over 35 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people. You'll study child development, safeguarding, communication, and how to support the wellbeing of young people. It's a solid starting point for anyone looking to move into a caring or support role with children.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website
Entry requirements
Please Visit College website: www.westlancs.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll explore child and young person development across different age ranges.
You'll learn how to keep children safe, covering key safeguarding principles.
You'll develop communication skills for working with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll study how to support the health, wellbeing, and emotional needs of young people.
You'll learn about the responsibilities and values expected in childcare settings.
You'll understand how to observe and respond to children's behaviour.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at West Lancashire College. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence that you build up during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you in completing your assessment work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Lancashire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: support young people in community or education settings.
Nursery Assistant: help care for and educate young children in a nursery.
Playworker: plan and supervise play activities for children.
Childcare Assistant: support qualified staff in a childcare setting.
Learning Support Assistant: assist children with their learning in schools.
Family Support Worker: work with families to improve children's wellbeing.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: the next step if you want to work as a qualified practitioner in a nursery or early years setting.
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce: broadens your skills across youth work, residential care, and support roles.
T Level in Education and Early Years: a two-year full-time qualification combining study with a substantial industry placement.
