Level 2 Occupational Certificate Early Years Practitioner

The Early Years Practitioner Occupational Certificate is a two-year qualification, for students who are clear about the type of work they want to move into after their GCSEs and need job focused preparation.

The Occupational Certificate provides students with practical, job focused learning that builds the skills and knowledge needed for specific roles, aligned to employer standards.

• Conveying information to an audience to outline the role of an Early Years Practitioner and the knowledge, skills and qualities needed to work successfully in the early years sector
• Collaborating as a team member to promote the importance of partnership working in the early years sector
• Applying research skills to identify and propose ways to improve environmental sustainability in early years settings
• Assessing first aid emergency situations in early years settings to propose appropriate responses

The Early Years Practitioner Occupational Certificate focuses on the knowledge and hands on skills needed for specific roles in the Early Years sector, with content aligned to employer defined occupational standards.

• A clear route into employment or Apprenticeships: these qualifications prepare students for skilled work or progression into Apprenticeships, giving them the experience and confidence to enter the workplace
• In depth learning over two years: studied as part of a two year programme, they allow students time to build technical skills, alongside English, maths, wider employability and personal development

Five GCSEs at Grade 2 or above.

After studying the Occupational Certificate, you could progress into related skilled work or an Apprenticeship.