Free Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course in Bury. Classes run at Bury College, full-time during the day, with a September start. The course runs for one year and covers child development, play and learning, legislation, and the role of the early years practitioner. You'll also complete a work placement in a childcare setting, giving you hands-on experience with children. A DBS check is required to take part in placement. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above (including English Language), or a grade 3 in English Language plus a pass in the Level 1 Caring For Children Course.
Who this course is for
Learners aged 16 - 18
Entry requirements
For Level 2 Early Years Practitioner: 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3 (including English Language) OR GCSE 9-3 in English Language and a Pass on the Level 1 Caring For Children Course. Need a clear DBS check
What you will learn
You'll explore the role and responsibilities of an early years practitioner
You'll study child development, play, and learning for school readiness
You'll learn about legislation, safeguarding, and professional practice in childcare settings
You'll develop skills in supporting children's wellbeing and learning
You'll gain practical experience through a work placement in a real childcare setting
You'll complete a Transition Module to support progression to further study
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bury College, covering theory and professional practice. Assessment includes direct observation during your work placement, where your skills with children are assessed in a childcare setting. You'll also complete a 5-day work experience placement. A DBS check is required before placement begins.
What you will need to bring
A booklist is available for this course. Books cost approximately £30 in total and are also available to borrow from the library. There is an optional childcare uniform you may choose to purchase. Bury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery Practitioner: support children's learning and development in a nursery
Teaching Assistant: assist in early years or primary school classrooms
Crèche Worker: care for young children in crèche or leisure settings
Nanny: provide childcare in a family home
Play Worker: lead play activities in after-school or holiday clubs
Children's Holiday Rep: organise and run activities for children at holiday venues
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Education and Childcare: the natural next step from this course, designed to lead into professional childcare roles and further study
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: a full professional qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios, needed to work unsupervised with children
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: if you want to move into a school-based support role
