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NCFE CACHE L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

at Truro and Penwith College, Truro · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The aim of the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner is to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of babies and young children from 0-7 years of age with applied knowledge in the early years, 0-5 years. This is a practical, dynamic course that has been designed to ensure the qualification content meets the Department for Educations (DfE) Level 2 full and relevant criteria for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in the workforce. Students will need to be working, volunteering or on a practical placement to show competence in both knowledge and skills. Students will complete 250 hours in a chosen placement whilst undertaking this qualification. By gaining this vocational experience, students will develop an understanding of their chosen workforce, which will enable them to access work or go onto other qualifications in the care sector.

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including English Language or Literature and/or Maths and a clear DBS check. Students without a Grade 4 in either English or Maths will be retaking either functional skills or GCSE, depending on the students GCSE results, and this will be incorporated into their programme of study.

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

  • 1 September 2026 · Truro

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