Level 2 Childcare Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to care for children and young people. You'll study topics including child development, safeguarding, and supporting wellbeing. This level 2 childcare qualification is awarded by NCFE and suits those looking to take their first step into working with children and young people.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore child and young person development across different age ranges.
You'll learn how to safeguard children and young people and recognise signs of harm.
You'll understand how to support children's health, wellbeing, and daily needs.
You'll study communication skills for working with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of those working in childcare settings.
You'll develop an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kingston College. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work that you build up over the course. You'll demonstrate your knowledge and understanding through written tasks linked to real childcare contexts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker: supporting young people in community or residential settings.
Nursery Assistant: helping with the care and learning of young children.
Playworker: organising and supervising play activities for children.
Childcare Assistant: supporting qualified staff in nurseries or crèches.
Learning Support Assistant: helping children with additional needs in schools.
After-School Club Assistant: supervising and engaging children outside school hours.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. A natural next step if you want to take on more responsibility in early years settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare: suited to those interested in working with looked-after children.
Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education: a shorter qualification that builds on your Level 2 knowledge.
