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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course Online – The Childcare Company

Cost£2,160.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 The Early Years Practitioner Course. Study online, at your own pace, over 12 months. This qualification develops the knowledge, skills, and behaviours you need to work in a childcare setting under the supervision of an Early Years Educator. It covers the core competencies for nursery and childminding assistant roles. You'll need to be working in a relevant childcare role to complete the programme, as the modules are met through your job.

Who this course is for

This level 2 training programme develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work in a childcare setting under the supervision of an Early Years Educator.

It is suitable for nursery and childminding assistants.

Entry requirements

You must be able to commit to the full length of the programme, and be able to meet the programme modules through your job role.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of child development from birth to five years.
  • You'll learn how to support children's learning and play under supervision.
  • You'll understand safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
  • You'll learn how to support children's health, wellbeing, and personal care.
  • You'll develop skills in communicating with children, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of working in an early years setting.
  • You'll learn how to observe and contribute to assessments of children's progress.

How you will learn

You'll study online and demonstrate your skills through your day-to-day work in a childcare setting. Assessment is work-based, meaning you'll build a portfolio of evidence showing how you apply your knowledge and skills on the job. You may also complete written tasks and knowledge assessments as part of the programme.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to be employed or placed in a nursery, childminding, or other early years setting for the duration of the course, as the programme is completed through your job role. The Childcare Company will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: support children's play and daily routines under supervision.
  • Childminding assistant: help a registered childminder care for young children.
  • Nursery practitioner: work in a nursery room with babies and toddlers.
  • Early years keyworker: take responsibility for a small group of children.
  • Playgroup assistant: support structured play sessions for pre-school children.
  • Creche worker: provide short-stay childcare in leisure or community settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator (EYE): the qualification counted in statutory nursery staffing ratios. This is the natural next step if you want to take on greater responsibility and work more independently with children.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: broadens your knowledge across early years and school-age childcare settings.
  • Level 4 Early Years Lead Practitioner: for experienced practitioners moving into a senior or specialist role.
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