Free Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course in Telford. Classes run at Telford College, full-time during the day. You'll study the role of an early years practitioner, covering children's play and development, health and safety for babies and young children, safeguarding, and equality and inclusive practice. The course runs for 35 weeks. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 3 or above and a clean DBS check to enrol.
Who this course is for
If you want to work with children and are able to work practically as well as in a classroom setting, this is the perfect course for you. It’s an introduction to the role of an early years practitioner, supporting children’s play and development. The course includes roles and responsibilities of the early years practitioner, health and safety of babies and young children, equality, diversity and inclusive practice and safeguarding.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher, and a clean DBS check
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of an early years practitioner
You'll learn how to support children's play and development
You'll study health and safety practices for babies and young children
You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusive practice in early years settings
You'll cover safeguarding principles and how to apply them in practice
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions combined with practical work in an early years setting. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, observations, and practical tasks that reflect real childcare environments. Telford College will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: supporting children's learning and development in a nursery
Nursery assistant: helping qualified staff in early years settings
Childcare worker: working in day nurseries, crèches, or children's centres
Playgroup assistant: supporting play-based learning for young children
Early years key worker: taking 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 greater responsibility in a nursery or pre-school setting.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: a broader qualification covering leadership and specialist practice in early years.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: a short course that supports your work with young children and is often required by employers.
