Free Level 2 Childcare Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over around 3 months, you'll cover the essentials of caring for children and young people, including their development, wellbeing, and safeguarding. This free childcare course for adults is open to anyone aged 19 or over who lives in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area. A level 2 childcare qualification is a solid starting point for roles working with children and young people.
Who this course is for
Anyone aged 19+ looking to progress in the workplace or add skills to their CV to find employment
Entry requirements
Aged 19+
Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK and lived in the UK or EU continuously for the previous three years before the start of learning.
Any questions please contact us.
What you will learn
You'll explore the stages of child and young person development.
You'll learn how to support children's wellbeing and safety.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to apply them.
You'll learn about the rights and needs of children and young people.
You'll develop knowledge of communication approaches used when working with young people.
You'll understand the roles of professionals in children's and young people's services.
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 completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. Learning & Skills Darlington will support you through the process and confirm assessment details before you begin.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learning & Skills Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker - support young people in community or residential settings.
Classroom Teaching Assistant - assist teachers in primary or secondary schools.
Nursery Assistant - help care for and supervise young children.
Playworker - lead play activities in after-school or holiday clubs.
Family Support Worker - help families access services and build parenting skills.
Residential Childcare Worker - support children in care homes or supported housing.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator - the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and early years settings. A natural next step if you want to work directly with under-fives.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - suited to roles in children's homes and supported accommodation.
Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education - a shorter qualification for those focusing on a specific aspect of childcare practice.
