Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, full-time during the day. This early years practitioner course runs for 44 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to support children's learning and development in early years settings. You'll study child development, safeguarding, communication, and how to plan and support play and learning activities. The course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of how children grow and develop from birth to five years old.
You'll learn how to support children's play, learning, and development activities.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and how to keep children safe.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
You'll explore how to observe and assess children's progress.
You'll develop an understanding of inclusive practice and how to support children with additional needs.
You'll learn about health, wellbeing, and nutrition in early years settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Epping Forest Campus. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, observations in practice, and knowledge-based tasks linked to the Diploma units. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your skills and understanding across the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner. Supporting children's learning in a nursery setting.
Nursery assistant. Assisting qualified staff in early years rooms.
Childcare worker. Caring for young children in a day nursery or creche.
Early years key worker. Building relationships with children and their families.
Pre-school assistant. Supporting children aged two to four in a pre-school.
Playgroup worker. Facilitating play and activities for young children.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator. The qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. This is the natural next step if you want to progress to a senior practitioner or room leader role.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce. A broader qualification covering leadership and specialist practice in early years settings.
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid. A short qualification many early years employers require alongside your main childcare qualification.
