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L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Level 2 | Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (England)
Information Dates and EnrolmentSummary
Please note this is a work based qualification for those aged 19 or over as of 31st August 2024 and will require you to be working in the sector to be able to progress to enrolment.
We do also welcome applications from those not yet in that position so you can have a telephone conversation with a qualified assessor so we can discuss your next steps.
What is involved in studying this course?
This qualification meets the needs of candidates who work or want to work in a wide range of children and young people’s settings covering the age range 0-5 years.
This qualification has been designed to:
Provide a broad understanding of the children and young people’s workforce sector and an introduction to the practical skills and knowledge required
Allow learners to learn, develop and practise selected skills required for progression in the sector
How will I learn?
You will be required to complete a portfolio of evidence and will be assigned an experienced, qualified assessor who will assess your competency in the real work environment, together with knowledge and understanding using methods such as direct observation, oral and written questioning and case studies.
Topics covered will include:
Exploring roles and development opportunities in early years settings
Child development from birth to 7 years
Safeguarding babies and young children in early years settings
Supporting health and safety in early years settings
Promoting well-being in early years settings
Supporting effective communication in early years settings
Supporting activities, purposeful play and educational programmes
Understand how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities
Working with parents, colleagues and other professionals in early years settings
Entry Requirements
You will need to be working in an appropriate setting in the sector for around 16 hours per week as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills. In some instances, volunteering or work placement may be acceptable, but we will need to discuss this at point of application on an individual basis.
We will encourage you to upskill your English to a Level 2 or GCSE equivalency if this has not been achieved prior.
Progression routes
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1
L3 Diploma in Adult Care
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2
L2 Diploma in Care
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Additional Information
For further information, please email us at [email protected] or call us at 07775 998546 during office hours.
Online enrolment
This course offers simpler and safer online enrolment requests, which means in a matter of minutes you can submit an enrolment request to us. However please be aware that upon submitting your enrolment form you are not guaranteed to be accepted. A number of our courses require assessments, qualification checks or simply a conversation with you before we can confirm your enrolment.
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Availability Courses start at various times throughout the year. If you can't see a suitable date, please contact us on 0800 056 7253, email [email protected], or enquire below.
You may be eligible to apply for one or more types of funding support for this course. You can find out more and check eligibility using the 'Course Cost Evaluator'
£22,250 per annum income and other eligibility required
Course fees explained
The course fee is usually broken down into three components which are materials (resources required to study the course, for example stationery, books and other equipment), tuition (teaching, classroom etc) and exams. Depending on age, financial circumstances and a number of other factors, you could be asked to pay the full fee or just elements of it. Usually Learners under 19 studying Full-Time courses have just material fees, and if relevant, Academy fees, to pay. Over 19s on Full-Time or Part-Time courses usually have materials, exams and tuition fees to pay.
How to enrol for this course
All Part-Time courses are available to enrol online via a quick and easy online enrolment form. Simply click the 'Enrol' button above to add your enrolment to the course basket, then click the 'Start application' button within the basket commence your enrolment.
If you have any issues applying online we also accept paper enrolments. You can download and print our 2023/2024 Enrolment Request Form. Alternatively, you can visit your local campus to collect a form. An enrolment form can also be sent to you by post, simply contact our Customer Experience team to arrange this.
If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Experience team on 08000567253, email [email protected] or write to Part-Time Enrolments, SGS College, Filton Avenue, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7AT.