- Theme 1: Introducing the role of the Early Years Practitioner
- Theme 2: Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
- Theme 3: Play, development and learning for school
- Theme 4: Professional development
To study a Level 2 qualification, you will need:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including English and Maths (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)
OR
A relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above (or L1 Functional Skills in English and Maths)
In addition to this, you are required to have 2-3 months experience in a relevant setting, and an agreement from your headteacher, that you can be assessed in your setting by our trainer assessors.
Satisfactory interview and/or assessment
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
When you have successfully completed your course you may be able to progress (although not automatic and ensuring Level 3 entry requirements are met) into the CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications and other Level 3 qualifications relating to childcare.
There are also many employment opportunities in the Childcare and Education sector, such as Early Years Practitioner, Classroom assistant, Pre-school assistant and Nanny.
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Dates are available throughout the year
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If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £640.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form
