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CACHE Level 2 in Early Years Practitioner

Loughborough College Group

Radmoor Road, Loughborough, Loughborough, Leics, LE11 3BT

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026
Loughborough College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

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.

Course Details

  • 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

Your next steps...

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.


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