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Early Years Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 2

at Birmingham Metropolitan College, BIRMINGHAM · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification42 weeksFull time

What the college says

Interested in working with babies and young children? This Level 2 Early Years Practitioner course gives you the knowledge and practical experience to support children from birth to age 7, with a focus on the early years (0�5). The qualification meets the Department for Education�s criteria for a full and relevant Level 2 qualification in the sector.

What you need to get on

You should be at least 16 years old and have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, including English and Maths. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required before starting your placement.

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

  • James Watt College

    Aldridge Road Great Barr, Birmingham, B44 8NE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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  • Matthew Boulton College

    Jennens Road, Birmingham, B4 7PS

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