CACHE Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Key Facts

Level: 2

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 1 Year

Course Code: KFG5271

Start Date: August 2027

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Code: KFG5271

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This is a qualification for anyone wanting to work with children. It gives you the skills and confidence that you need to either carry on with further study or step straight into a job.

This cutting-edge course explores the development of children from birth to 16 years of age. It covers exciting topics, like children and play, as well as the latest thinking in children's services.

Features and Benefits

This course includes:

placements in primary schools and day nurseries
guest speakers, who are practising childcare professionals
a range of teaching methods, adapted to your preferred learning style
opportunities to upgrade your literacy and numeracy skills

Course Content

Equality, diversity and inclusive practice
Support care routines for babies and young children
Promote play in an Early Years Setting
Health and safety of babies and young children
Partnership working
Promoting positive behaviour

The course is internally assessed through placement competence, written assignments, and a multiple-choice exam paper.

Entry Requirements

GCSE English Language and Maths: one at grade C/4 or above, the other at grade E/2 or above, plus 2 other GCSE's at grade 2 or above
AND
A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for courses involving work placement and will be required before going into employment

Progression Opportunities

Upon completion of this course, you could enter employment, as an assistant in a range of early years settings, or continue your studies with a T Level in Education.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.