Free Level 2 Early Years Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers working with children in early years and primary settings. You'll build practical knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and supporting learning. This level 2 early years qualification is a strong starting point for roles in nurseries, pre-schools, and primary schools.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll understand how children develop physically, socially, and emotionally in early years and primary settings.
You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and communication.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to keep children safe.
You'll explore how to work with parents, carers, and other professionals.
You'll learn about health, wellbeing, and routines in childcare environments.
You'll understand equality, inclusion, and how to support children with additional needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Taunton College, combining taught input with practical tasks and discussion. Assessment typically includes written assignments, observations, and evidence of your knowledge and understanding. Contact Taunton College directly for full details of how this course is assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery assistant: support children's learning and daily routines in a nursery.
Pre-school assistant: work with children aged 2 to 5 in a pre-school setting.
Childminder's assistant: support a registered childminder with childcare.
Primary school teaching assistant: help children learn in a classroom environment.
Playworker: lead play activities in after-school or holiday clubs.
Early years key worker: take responsibility for a small group of children in a nursery.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. Required if you want to count as a qualified practitioner in a nursery setting.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid: often required alongside early years roles.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: if you want to move into primary school support roles.
