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Level 2 Child Development Course in Telford

CostIf you are employed and earn more than £25,750 you may be required to pay a course fee. Further information is available on our website.
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Child Development Course in Telford. Classes run at Learn Telford, part-time during the day, over 12 weeks.

The course covers how children grow, learn, and develop from birth through the early years. You'll explore child development theory, play, and how to support children's needs. To join, you'll need to have completed the Level 1 Award in Child Development or have relevant experience working with children.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Award in Child Development.

Who this course is for

This accredited course is intended as a stepping stone for people who want to work with children. By successfully completing this course you will achieve an Level 2 Award in Child Development (AIM Qualification)

Entry requirements

Assessment is completed via portfolio of written course work. Learners will need to be able to attend at least 80% of the sessions to complete the portfolio and individual tutorials will be offered during the course. Learners will need to have completed the Level 1 Award in Child Development or have previous relevant experience working with children to be eligible to enrol on this course

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the stages of child development from birth to early childhood.
  • You'll explore how play supports children's learning and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn how to observe and respond to children's developmental needs.
  • You'll study the factors that affect children's growth and development.
  • You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and keeping children safe.
  • You'll build an understanding of how to support children's communication and language.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Learn Telford. Assessment is by a portfolio of written coursework, built up over the 12 weeks. You'll need to attend at least 80% of sessions to complete your portfolio. Individual tutorials are available during the course to support your progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learn Telford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early years assistant, supports children's learning in a nursery or pre-school setting.
  • Nursery assistant, helps care for and educate young children in a nursery.
  • Early years practitioner, works with children from birth to five years old.
  • Childcare worker, provides care and support for children in various settings.
  • Playgroup assistant, supports children's play and development in a community group.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Childcare and Education, the next step toward working as a qualified early years educator.
  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator, a qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, if you're interested in working in a school setting.
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