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Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

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Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of babies and young children from birth to 7 years of age with applied knowledge in the early years, 0-5 years. The qualification content meets the Department for Education’s (DfE) Level 2 full and relevant criteria for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in the workforce.


Further Information

Structure

To gain this qualification, learners must achieve a total of 37 credits from all 14 mandatory units.

Course Duration

This qualification will take approximately 12 months to complete.

Total Qualification Time

370 hours

Guided Learning Hours

293 hours

Who is it suitable for?

Entry Requirements

Learners must be aged 16 or over.

Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement to show competence in both knowledge and skills. We recommend learners complete 250 placement hours whilst undertaking this qualification.

Do you need to be working to take this qualification?

Learners will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement to show competence in both knowledge and skills. We recommend learners complete 250 placement hours whilst undertaking this qualification.

Placement opportunity must allow for skills application with babies and young children sufficient to meet the assessment criteria for the qualification.

How many credits are required to complete it?

To gain this qualification, learners must achieve a total of 37 credits from all 14 mandatory units.

Delivery & Content

This course will be delivered through online sessions.

Qualification includes following mandatory units-

Mandatory Units:

  1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner (R/617/2630)
  2. Health and Safety of Babies and Young Children in the Early Years (Y/617/2631)
  3. Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Early Years Settings (D/617/2632)
  4. Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Babies and Young Children in Early Years Settings (H/617/2633)
  5. Understand How to Support Children's Development (K/617/2634)
  6. Support Care Routines for Babies and Young Children (M/617/2635)
  7. Support the Planning and Delivery of Activities, Purposeful Play Opportunities and Educational Programmes (T/617/2636)
  8. Promote Play in an Early Years Setting (A/617/2637)
  9. Support Well-Being of Babies and Young Children for Healthy Lifestyles (F/617/2638)
  10. Support Babies and Young Children to be Physically Active (J/617/2639)
  11. Support the Needs of Babies and Young Children With Special Educational Needs and Disability (L/617/1993)
  12. Promote Positive Behaviour in Early Years Settings (F/617/2641)
  13. Partnership Working in the Early Years (J/617/2642)
  14. Support the Needs of the Child in Preparing for School (L/617/2643)

Assessment

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. Knowledge based outcomes can be assessed using non–mandatory assessment tasks provided for tutors’ convenience in this specification. Skills based outcomes must be achieved with reference to a real work environment and must include direct observation within the workplace.

What related qualifications can you progress to?

This qualification allows progression on to the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications and other relevant Level 3 qualifications relating to early years and child care.

Fees & Funding

Please contact Integer on 01288 356263 for details of fees and funding opportunities.

Outcomes & Progression

This qualification allows a learner to count towards the Level 2 ratio as a qualified Level 2 Early Years Practitioner across the Early Years Workforce.
Learners may work under supervision in a variety of roles such as:
• nursery practitioner
• classroom assistant
• pre-school practitioner.

  • Flexible, Simple Learning

    The ability to study at your own pace, on your own schedule, with variety of qualifications available is a major advantage. This flexibility makes it accessible for people balancing work, family, or other commitments to pursue their Professional goals.

  • Expert Support

    Offering full 1-to-1 tutor support on all courses ensures that learners receive the guidance and help they need at every step. This personalized attention significantly enhances the learning experience and success.

  • Funding Options

    Understanding the importance of education, we provide funding options to help spread the cost of your course. This approach ensures that financial constraints don't hinder your learning journey, making education accessible and achievable for all.