The early years and education sector is varied and highly rewarding. If you want to work with children in a setting that encourages play, learning and development such as a classroom or nursery, this course is for you! With years of experience working in the sector, your lecturers are subject specialists who will prepare you to apply theory about early childhood development to your own practice. You’ll build your knowledge and confidence in early years subjects, taking your skills to the next level and preparing you to progress onto further study or work. At the end of the course, you could move towards becoming a qualified early years educator, or an apprentice in an early years setting.
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Early Years
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Transition to T Levels)
College,Adult
Early Years
Chippenham!Trowbridge!Salisbury
Study Mode
Full Time
Start Date, Location
Sep 2027, Chippenham
Sep 2027, Trowbridge
Sep 2027, Salisbury
Duration
1 year
Cost
£.00
per academic year.
Course Overview
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What will I learn?
You’ll gain a broad knowledge and understanding of childcare and the principles of early years practice, developing skills relevant for a wide variety of roles in the early years sector. For example, you’ll explore and learn about using children’s play to promote their development. You’ll cover the importance of promoting positive behaviour and language and literacy in early years, honing specific skills in these areas which you’ll demonstrate while on your placement.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, or equivalent.
A successful interview.
All successful applicants will be screened to a fitness to practise screening and subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
A successful interview.
All successful applicants will be screened to a fitness to practise screening and subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Study, Assessment and Qualifications
This qualification is assessed by a combination of assignments and exams. There are two externally assessed units. The internally set assignments will be varied in format allowing you to show your talents whilst developing and extending other skills.
An Industry Placement is a fundamental part of this course. An Industry Placement gives you the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience for your future. You will be supported throughout your placement by our dedicated Work Placement Team.
An Industry Placement is a fundamental part of this course. An Industry Placement gives you the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience for your future. You will be supported throughout your placement by our dedicated Work Placement Team.
Additional Costs and Information
Students are required to purchase a placement t-shirt.
There is also a recommended course book.
There is also a recommended course book.
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