Level 2 Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings

This qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills relating to the care and education of children aged 0–11 years 11 months. Specifically designed to support learners to progress onto Level 3 qualifications across a number of sectors, such as Early Years Education and Supporting Teaching and Learning, such as the Education and Childcare T Level.

The course is made up of 6 units and aims to provide an introduction at Level 2 for learners into both early years and primary settings. Our objective is to support learners as they develop their knowledge, understanding and skills when caring for and supporting the learning and development of children aged 0–11 years 11 months.

This qualification requires learners to undertake at least 200 hours of work placement.

Grading – Pass/Merit/Distinction.

• Unit 01 – Child development from birth to 11 years 11 months
• Unit 02 – Play and learning
• Unit 03 – Exploring legislation
• Unit 04 – The role of the childcare practitioner
• Unit 05 – Nutrition
• Unit 06 – Physical development and physical activity.

The course will also cover:

• NCFE Level 2 Award in Babysitting 5
• CL2A4 – Accident prevention and fire safety when babysitting
• CL2A5 – Caring for young children in a babysitting environment
• CL2A3 – Craft activities with young children (Optional unit)

A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Lit/Lang at grade 3 and maths at grade 3. If you have completed a Level 1 qualification in Childcare or Health and Social Care, this may be accepted in place of one GCSE. However, English and maths must meet the specified minimum grades.

After completion you could progress onto the level 3 Childcare course