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Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Course Overview

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. This qualification is ideal for learners looking to work with children between birth and 5 years, and gain knowledge of working with children up to 7 years.

Learners do not need to have previous experience or qualifications in working with children to undertake this qualification. 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.

Key Information

Course Length
26 to 39 weeks

Awarding Body
City & Guilds

Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment

For Individuals

Benefits

  • You will gain a nationally recognised qualification
  • You will develop a greater understanding of babies and young children with applied knowledge in early years 0-5 years
  • This course is delivered via distance learning, allowing you to choose when and where you study
  • Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development
  • Personal Tutors are assigned to you to ensure that they have the support needed to succeed.

Funded Course
Yes

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Unit 201: Exploring roles and development opportunities in early years settings

Unit 202: Child development from birth to 7 years

Unit 203: Safeguarding babies and young children in early years settings

Unit 204: Supporting health and safety in early years settings

Unit 205: Promoting wellbeing in early years settings

Unit 206: Supporting effective communication in early years settings

Unit 207: Supporting activities, purposeful play and educational programmes

Unit 208: Understand how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities

Unit 209: Working with parents, colleagues and other professionals in early years settings