Free Level 2 The Early Years Practitioner Course in Manchester. Classes run at The Avenue Library and Learning Centre, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. You'll study child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and how to support children's learning from birth to five years. The course runs over 36 weeks part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. Level 2 The Early Years Practitioner Qualification leads directly to nursery and early years roles.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll understand child development from birth to five years.
You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and communication.
You'll study safeguarding and child protection procedures.
You'll cover health, safety, and wellbeing in early years settings.
You'll learn how to work with parents and carers effectively.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in childcare.
You'll develop skills in observing and recording children's progress.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Avenue Library and Learning Centre. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in an early years setting, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll need access to a suitable placement setting to complete the practical elements of the Course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Avenue Library and Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: working with children aged 0 to 5 in nurseries.
Nursery assistant: supporting qualified staff in a nursery setting.
Childminder: caring for children in a home-based setting.
Early years teaching assistant: supporting learning in Reception classes.
Playgroup worker: leading or assisting in pre-school play sessions.
After-school club assistant: supervising and supporting children aged 4 to 11.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the natural next step if you want to take on a qualified practitioner role.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: a short course often required alongside early years qualifications.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory or management roles in early years settings.
