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Level 2 Children’s Care, Learning and Development Course in Bristol – South Bristol Skills Academy

Cost£635.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development Course in Bristol. Classes run at South Bristol Skills Academy, full-time during the day. The course takes one year and includes work placements in childcare settings across Bristol. You'll study child development, safeguarding, and how to support children's learning and wellbeing. The Pearson Edexcel btec first diploma in children's care, learning and development qualification is recognised by employers and colleges as a solid foundation for working with young children.

Who this course is for

In this one year full-time course, you will be able to work in a childcare setting as an assistant or to help you to progress onto the level 3 Early Years Education course.

Entry requirements

You will need:----A willingness to travel to work placements in Bristol--Evidence of work experience with children--Four GCSEs including English or Maths at grade A-D--

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how children grow and develop from birth through to age 16.
  • You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and everyday care needs.
  • You'll study how to keep children safe and promote their health and wellbeing.
  • You'll develop an understanding of how to work with parents, carers, and other professionals.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience in childcare settings through work placements in Bristol.
  • You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusive practice in early years and childcare.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at South Bristol Skills Academy, combined with practical work placements in childcare settings. The BTEC First Diploma is assessed through assignments, projects, and evidence gathered from your placements rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Bristol Skills Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to be able to travel to work placements in Bristol, so factor in travel costs and arrangements when planning your study.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supporting children's play and daily routines in a nursery setting.
  • Childcare assistant: working alongside qualified staff in a daycare or crèche.
  • Early years helper: assisting in reception classes or pre-school groups.
  • Playgroup assistant: supporting children's activities in community play settings.
  • After-school club assistant: supervising and engaging children in out-of-school care.
  • Nanny or au pair: providing home-based childcare for families.

What you could study next

This qualification is designed as a stepping stone to further study. The natural next step is a Level 3 Early Years Education qualification, which is the level recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery and pre-school work. From there, you could progress to a Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner qualification or a Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies if you want to move into senior or management roles.

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