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Early Years | CACHE Level 2 Diploma in Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings | Level 2

at Chichester College Group, Chichester · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification1 yearFull time

What the college says

p 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. /p p 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. /p ul li Fantastic links with local hospitals pre schools and schools /li li Work placements provide practical experience /li

What you need to get on

div 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. /div div /div div If you do not have these grades we have options for you. You can start on the Level 1 Diploma. /div

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

  • Brighton MET Central Campus

    Brighton Metropolitan College 1A Pelham Street, Brighton, BN1 4FA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Brighton

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