Free Level 2 Childcare Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This course covers the foundations of caring for children and young people, from safeguarding and child development to communication and wellbeing. You can complete it in around 7 weeks. It suits anyone who works with, or wants to work with, children or young people and needs a recognised childcare qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who works with children or young people.
What you will learn
You'll explore child and young person development across key life stages.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, young people, and families.
You'll examine the importance of play and how it supports development.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and nutrition for children and young people.
You'll learn about the rights of children and young people and relevant legislation.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams. Learning Curve Courses will guide you through the submission process before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learning Curve Courses 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 daily care and activities in early years settings.
Playworker - leading play sessions for children in after-school or holiday clubs.
Teaching Assistant - supporting children's learning in primary school classrooms.
Residential Childcare Worker - providing care for children in residential homes.
Family Support Worker - working with families to improve children's wellbeing.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios. A natural next step if you want to work in early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - for those moving into residential or looked-after children's services.
Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education - a shorter Level 3 option to deepen your knowledge before committing to a full Diploma.
