NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

About This Course

Gain the skills to support children from birth to seven years with the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner. This course covers safeguarding, child development, and planning educational activities.

A placement of 250 hours in an early years setting is required, with observation by an assessor.

On completion, you can work as an early years practitioner, nursery assistant, or progress to level 3 qualifications.

Minimum age: 16+. Qualification code: 603/3723/0.

Course Benefits

Gain a nationally recognised qualification essential for working in early years settings.

Develop practical skills through mandatory workplace assessment.

Lay the groundwork for progression to Level 3 Early Years Educator qualifications or employment in nurseries, preschools, or reception classes.

Course Units

Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Qualification Number: 603/3723/0
Total Credits: 37

Unit 1: Roles And Responsibilities Of The Early Years Practitioner

Unit 2: Health And Safety Of Babies And Young Children In The Early Years

Unit 3: Equality, Diversity, And Inclusive Practice In Early Years Settings

Unit 4: Understand How To Support Children’s Development

Unit 5: Support Care Routines For Babies And Young Children

Unit 6: Support The Planning And Delivery Of Activities, Purposeful Play Opportunities And Educational Programmes

Unit 7: Promote Play In An Early Years Setting

Unit 8: Support Well-Being Of Babies And Young Children For Healthy Lifestyles

Unit 9: Support Babies And Young Children To Be Physically Active

Unit 10: Support The Needs Of Babies And Young Children With Special Educational Needs And Disability

Unit 11: Promote Positive Behaviour In Early Years Settings

Unit 12: Partnership Working In The Early Years

Unit 13: Support The Needs Of The Child In Preparing For School Field

Assessment

Once enrolled, you have one year of tutor support to complete your studies. Study at your own pace via distance learning, with materials sent online or by post. Assessment includes self-assessments, a practice test, and a final online assessment. You must complete a work placement of at least 250 hours in an early years setting with a qualified Level 3 mentor. Upon completion, you will achieve the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.

Required Knowledge

No specific entry requirements.

It is recommended to have at least Level 2 in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.

You must be aged 16 or over to enrol.

Awarding Body

Upon completing your course, you will receive a certificate from NCFE, a respected educational charity with over 170 years’ experience.

Enrolment in an NCFE CACHE course grants you two years’ access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni network and its resources.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months of tutor support, you have the flexibility to complete the course at your own pace, taking the full twelve months if needed.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

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