Level 2 Early Years Course in Bridlington

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Early Years Course in Bridlington. Classes run at East Riding College Bridlington Campus. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work with children in nursery and primary settings. The course runs for around 10 months. It covers child development, safeguarding, communication, and supporting children's learning. A free early years course for adults and school leavers who want a recognised early years qualification to start working with young children.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how children develop physically, emotionally, and socially in their early years.
  • You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and communication.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
  • You'll explore how to work with parents, carers, and other professionals.
  • You'll learn about inclusive practice and supporting children with additional needs.
  • You'll understand health, safety, and wellbeing in early years and primary settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Riding College Bridlington Campus. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, observations, and practical tasks that reflect real working situations in early years settings. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this level 2 early years qualification is the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Riding College Bridlington Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner: support children's learning and daily care in a nursery
  • Nursery assistant: help qualified staff in early years settings
  • Childcare worker: work in day nurseries, crèches, or children's centres
  • Teaching assistant (early years): support children in Reception or Year 1
  • Playworker: lead play sessions in after-school or holiday clubs
  • Early years key worker: take responsibility for a small group of children

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the next step if you want to take on a qualified practitioner role.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: broadens your knowledge across childcare settings.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: if you want to move into a school-based role supporting pupils.