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NCFE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This one year full time programme is designed to build the knowledge and skills required to work with babies and young children from 0-5 years. You will study subjects including: Role of the early years practitioner Understand how to support children's development Legislation, safeguarding, protection and welfare Support care routines Special educational needs and disabilities Planning and delivery of activities Promoting play and learning This programme incorporates experience within a real work environment which is an integral part of the course and takes place in an early years setting for a minimum of 2 days per week. The development of practical English and Maths skills will be an essential part of your programme. In addition, if you have not achieved a GCSE grade C or above in English and/or Maths (or new grading 4 or above for GCSE Maths and English), you will study for a recognised qualification appropriate to your level e.g. GCSE or Functional Skills. IT will be embedded in the delivery of your specialist skills. There will be a cost to students of GBP120 which includes security check (DBS) and course materials, 19+ fees apply. Once at the College you will have to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service check. It is not possible to complete the course without satisfactory clearance. In addition to the entry qualifications, the offer of a place on the course is subject to the outcomes of an interview and initial assessment which will take place at the College.

What you need to get on

3 GCSE's at grade 3 (D) or above including English or Maths, or Successful completion of a full Level 1 course

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?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Huntingdon Campus

    California Road, Huntingdon, PE29 1BL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Huntingdon

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