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Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2

at Unified Seevic Palmer'S College, Benfleet · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course will provide you with the knowledge and understanding of babies and young children from birth to seven years of age with applied knowledge in the early years 0-5 years. You will develop skills and knowledge to prepare you to work with children. We will encourage you to take responsibility for your own learning. This will help prepare you for further study or for progression to direct employment in the Early Years sector.

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English Language or Maths. At least one GCSE needs to be at grade 4 or above. A Level 1 qualification in a related field.

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

Start dates

  • 10 September 2026 · GRAYS
  • 10 September 2026 · BENFLEET

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