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Children and Young Peoples Workforce Certificate Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you are interested in having a rewarding career with children and young people, this course could be the first step to get you there. The course will provide you with the knowledge and skill needed when working under supervision with children and young people from birth to 19 years of age. It includes a diverse array of job roles and occupational areas employed in children's settings, including early years and children social care.During this course, you will spend two days a week in a work placement allowing you to put your new knowledge and skills into practice and develop a deeper understanding of what its like working in the industry. Therefore, if you are interested in this course, you will need to have a mature and responsible outlook to manage your workload with a high degree of independence and be able to demonstrate a responsible and conscientious approach to supporting young children in work placement settings. This course is a great stepping stone to further education on a level 3 course or entering the workplace.

What you need to get on

Entry is by interview. Applicants will need a minimum of four GCSE's Grade 3 or above.Applicants will need a minimum of Grade 3 English GCSE or Level 1 Functional skill and a minimum of level 3 Maths or Maths Level 1 Functional skills.Government mandate from states employees will need to have maths and English at either Functional Skills level 2, or GCSE grade 4 to be employed in this sector.Applicants will need to be organised and highly motivated to manage their own time effectively as this is

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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