Diploma for Early Years Practitioners (England) (RQF)
at Showcase Training Ltd, Lee-On-The-Solent · training provider
What the college says
The Highfield Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (QAN 610/3357/1) is designed for individuals who want to work with children aged 0–5 years in nurseries, pre-schools, or childminding settings. It is suitable for aspiring early years practitioners, existing support staff seeking a recognised qualification, apprentices completing an Early Years Practitioner programme, and adults changing careers into the early years sector. The course equips learners with the knowledge and skills needed to support children’s learning and development and helps meet the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This diploma is suitable for those starting their careers in early years education, including school leavers and career changers.
What you need to get on
The Diploma is designed for individuals employed for 16+ hours a week at a nursery, pre-school, or similar early years setting with children aged 0–5 years. While there are no formal entry requirements, a basic level of literacy and numeracy is beneficial. Learners should be at least 16 years old and possess a genuine interest in working with young children.
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?
Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.
Where it runs
Showcase Training Ltd
Work based
Only place teaching it nearby
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