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Level 2 - Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - (Adult P/T)

at Rnn Group, Rotherham · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2022see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearPart time

What the college says

If you want a career working with babies and children from birth to 5 years, this course is a great first step. It's suitable for anyone from the age of 16 upwards with little or no experience in childcare. It will equip you to work under supervision in early years care and education settings such as day nurseries, pre-school and playgroups.

What you need to get on

You will need to be working, volunteering or have a practical placement in a childcare setting, with children aged between birth to 5 years, as an important part of the assessment process involves evaluating skills in real working situations.

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

  • Rotherham College - Town Centre Campus

    Eastwood Lane, Rotherham, S65 1EG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Rotherham

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