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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course in Lancaster

CostThere will be the cost of educational visits which will be organised for you during the course. This means you will need to pay £40 when you enrol, there may be additional expenses also, depending upon the location/entry fee etc.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course in Lancaster. Classes run at Lancaster and Morecambe College, full-time during the day.

This course is for 16 to 18 year olds. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including Maths or English. A Level 1 related qualification plus grade D/3 in Maths or English is also accepted. The course runs for one year and includes a substantial amount of work experience in childcare settings. You'll study child development, safeguarding, communication, and how to support children's learning and wellbeing. Maths and English are built into the programme where needed.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner Diploma.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16-18 year old and will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience. The course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or higher including Maths or English OR a Level 1 related qualification PLUS grade D/3 or higher in Maths or English.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to support children's development from birth to five years old.
  • You'll study safeguarding and child protection procedures.
  • You'll develop skills in planning and supporting early learning activities.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll understand how to promote children's health, wellbeing, and safety.
  • You'll apply theory to practice through placements in real childcare settings.
  • You'll build employability skills through careers learning, employer encounters, and educational visits.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions with specialist tutors. A large part of the course is work experience in a variety of childcare placements. You'll apply what you learn in class directly in your placement setting. Careers learning is built in throughout, including guest speakers and employer encounters. Assessment includes coursework and practical observation in your placement.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. There is a £40 fee payable at enrolment to cover educational visits. Additional costs may apply depending on visit locations and entry fees. Lancaster and Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early Years Practitioner, works with children from birth to five in a nursery or early years setting.
  • Early Years Assistant, supports practitioners in planning and delivering activities for young children.
  • Nursery Assistant, helps with daily care and learning in a nursery environment.
  • Nursery Practitioner, takes a hands-on role supporting children's development in a nursery.
  • Playgroup Assistant, supports children's play and learning in a community setting.
  • Childminder's Assistant, works alongside a registered childminder caring for young children.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator, the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work and a natural next step after this Diploma.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship, available at Lancaster and Morecambe College, letting you earn while you train with an employer.
  • Level 3 T Level in Education and Early Years, a two-year full-time route for those wanting a broader qualification with a large industry placement.
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