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Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
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£1,500 - £849
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- Priority-track assessments and work book marking
- Unique Trainee Practitioner Positioning program available for learners without a job placement
- Flexible study hours based on your own schedule - few weeks to 12 months duration.
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- One to one live sessions (if desired) with expert tutors to support you through your course progression
Course Overview
The Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner is an Ofqual regulated qualification which ehelps the learner acquire the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to be able to work in early years settings and support children aged birth to seven years. This level 2 Early Years qualification enables learners to gain knowledge and understanding of child development, safeguarding, health and safety, equality and inclusive practice and support children’s learning, development and wellbeing within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Moreover, our Level 2 Early Years Practitioner course focuses on the key areas of Safeguarding and welfare, supporting children’s communication and development, promoting positive behaviour, supporting SEND, partnership working and planning activities and purposeful play opportunities. Learners have the ability to provide practical skills and professional knowledge to assist and support young children in early years settings under supervision. The qualification also enables learners to build confidence and competence in early years professional practice.
Career Opportunities and Progression
Completing the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner could help learners who want to start a job in early years education and childcare. This qualification is appropriate for learners wishing to enter early years regulated settings and to build their knowledge, understanding and skills in supporting the learning, development, safeguarding, health and wellbeing of babies and young children.
In addition, this Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification is accepted in the childcare and education industry, and enables learners to work under supervision in a variety of early years settings. Successful learners can move on to jobs as an Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, Nursery Pre-school Practitioners or Classroom Assistant in nurseries, pre-schools and primary schools. Learners can also go on to other qualifications such as: Level 3 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector (Early Years Educator), Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants or other relevant childcare and education qualifications.
Do I need a placement in an early years setting to complete this course?
Yes, the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner requires learners to be having some sort of practical placement in the real early years environment in which they are working, volunteering or undertaking a practical placement whilst completing this course. The recommended period of placement hours as part of the qualification requirements is around 250 hours to provide learners with the necessary experience and confidence in early years practice. Through placement experience in an early years setting learners acquire and apply practical skills in supporting children’s learning and development, promoting safeguarding and wellbeing, supporting communication, encouraging play and following early years policies and procedures professionally. Pupils can also use the knowledge they have acquired throughout the qualification in their everyday work and responsibilities in early years provision.
Assessment for the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner is completed through a combination of written assignments, portfolio evidence, and workplace-based observations. Learners complete assignments to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of early years practice, while practical skills are assessed within a real work environment through observation and portfolio-based evidence.
Unit 1: Roles and Responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner
Unit 2: Health and Safety of Babies and Young Children in the Early Years
Unit 3: Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Early Years Settings
Unit 4: Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Babies and Young Children
Unit 5: Understand How to Support Children’s Development
Unit 6: Support Care Routines for Babies and Young Children
Unit 7: Support the Planning and Delivery of Activities, Purposeful Play and Educational Programmes
Unit 8: Promote Play in an Early Years Setting
Unit 9: Support Wellbeing of Babies and Young Children for Healthy Lifestyles
Unit 10: Support Babies and Young Children to be Physically Active
Unit 11: Support the Needs of Babies and Young Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
Unit 12: Promote Positive Behaviour in Early Years Settings
Unit 13: Partnership Working in the Early Years
Unit 14: Support the Needs of the Child in Preparing for School
The course is also offered at the self-paced learning and normally completing it takes 6-9 months depending on the pace that the learner takes. Course access remains available for 12 months from enrolment. If you need extra time past the initial access period, a re-enrolment fee will be charged.
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£849*inc. VAT
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£949*inc. VAT
- OfQual-approved qualification
- 24/7 access to LMS and unlimited tutor support
- Transparent pricing, no hidden charges
- Start when you're ready with a full year of access.
- Unlimited revisions
- Receive feedback within 1 – 3 working days
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Frequently Asked Questions
Level 2 Diploma in the Early Years Practitioner is an appropriate course for anyone who is ready to start a career in the field of early years education and care of children. It is more effective for learners who are employed, volunteering, or placing with children in an early years environment and and are preparing to commence supporting the learning and growth and wellbeing of children as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.
Access to the learning materials and tutor support remains available for a period of 12 months from the date of enrolment.
Yes. This online course is delivered through online learning, allowing learners to study from home and complete the qualification at their own pace with tutor support available throughout the course.
Yes, successful completion allows learners to work in early years settings under supervision as a qualified level 2 early years practitioner.
Learners must be aged 16 or over in order to enrol on this qualification, and there are no formal academic entry requirements for admission.
Upon successful completion of the course you will be awarded an NCFE certificate. NCFE as an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual, you can be sure all qualifications meet high national standards.
Qualification Number: 603/3723/0
No. There are no set deadlines. Students are also allowed to study the course at their own pace provided they remain within the time of access.
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