Early Years Practitioner Level 2
If you’re passionate about giving children the best start in life, the Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioner at South Devon College is your ideal first step into the childcare and education sector. Designed specifically for adults aged 19 and over, this nationally-recognised qualification gives you the knowledge and practical experience to begin a rewarding career working with children from birth to seven years, with a strong focus on the early years age group (0–5 years). You will develop essential skills in safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, and understand the roles and responsibilities of early years practitioners.
The course is fully aligned with the Department for Education’s (DfE) requirements for Level 2 Early Years Practitioners in the workforce, ensuring that your learning meets the standards expected by employers. A key part of the course involves completing at least 250 hours of practical placement, where you’ll apply your knowledge in real early years settings, gaining hands-on experience supporting the learning and development of babies and young children.
You’ll attend College one day per week over one academic year, combining classroom-based learning with practical placement. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to take on a supervised role such as a nursery or pre-school practitioner, and you’ll also have the option to progress onto the Level 3 Early Years Educator course or related Level 3 qualifications. You can also continue your journey into higher education with approved progression routes to Foundation Degrees at University Centre South Devon.
Course Details
- You must have a GCSE Grade 3(D) in English
- You must have a GCSE Grade 3(D) in Maths
Safeguarding
Health and safety
Equality and diversity
Roles and responsibilities of an Early Years Practitioner
Early years edcuation
Care needs for children
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £166.00
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
Debbie is very experienced in early years education having worked in the childcare industry, both in practice and management, for many years. She has a Level 4 qualification in Leadership and Management, Level 4 in Education and Training, and the A1 Assessing qualification. Most recently, she has completed the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. Debbie is the course manager for the adult’s level 3 Early Years Workforce programme, and assesses students in their work place to support competency and practical skills. She's passionate about promoting professional practice and supporting students on their journey through further education to gain employment in the early years sector.Debbie Shore
