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Level 2
Early Years | CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings | Level 2
COURSE OVERVIEW
Our early years department has an excellent track record of student progression to employment or University. You will learn about caring for children from birth to seven years of age, linking classroom theory with hands-on experience through regular work placements.
This experience will provide you with the skills and confidence required for this challenging and rewarding industry. On completion of the second year of Level 3, you will have Early Years Educator status, allowing you to go into employment as an early years worker or apply for university to study teaching or childhood studies.
- Fantastic links with local hospitals, pre-schools and schools
- Work placements provide practical experience
- Inspirational guest speakers
- High progression rate to employment
- Please note: This course currently takes place at our Central Brighton Campus
FURTHER INFORMATION
At least three GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths. Plus two references (one from working with children) and an enhanced DBS.
If you do not have these grades, we have options for you. You can start on the Level 1 Diploma.
- Nursery worker (Early years educator)
- Nanny
- Teaching assistant
- Primary school teacher
- Social worker
- Children’;s holiday rep
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.