Apprenticeship
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship
They will be responsible for supporting child-initiated and adult-led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child, supporting children’s learning through planned, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes and working as part…
Course overview
They will be responsible for supporting child-initiated and adult-led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child, supporting children’s learning through planned, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes and working as part of a team to ensure each child feels safe and secure.
An EYP will also support the observation and assessment of each child and contribute to their learning experiences and assist with the care needs of the individual child such as teeth, skin, hair, feeding, changing nappies and toileting under the direction of a more senior member of the team.
They will also work in partnerships with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals, with support from a more senior member of the team, to meet the individual needs of each child. They will also have a responsibility to ensure that they recognise when a child is in danger and/or at risk of serious harm or abuse and contribute to the health and safety of the children, staff and others on the premises.
Who is this course for?
If you’re a school leaver or an adult who has an interest in childcare and a desire to become a qualified practitioner in an Early Years setting, this course is an ideal stepping stone towards achieving your ambition.
What you’ll learn
During the course, you will be introduced to important subjects connected to childcare, such as:
- Safeguarding and the Welfare of Children
- Health and Safety
- Partnership Working
- Equalities and Inclusion
You will also learn about child development and how to support children’s development. You will gain the knowledge and skills required to maintain and support relationships with children and to communicate with others.
In addition to this, you will learn how to contribute to a positive environment for children, how to support children’s positive behaviour and the importance of professional development.
Entry requirements
Apprentices will be required to have or achieve Level 1 in English and Maths by the end of their apprenticeship if they do not already have a GCSE Grade 1 – 9 in both subjects. Where an apprentice has a Level 1 or equivalent, then they will be required to work towards achieving their Level 2 Functional skills during their apprenticeship.
The duration of the apprenticeship is determined by a number of different factors such as experience and prior learning. The minimum time of an apprenticeship is 12 months with the maximum being identified on an individual basis.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
Apprentices will be required to have or achieve Level 1 in English and Maths by the end of their apprenticeship if they do not already have a GCSE Grade 1 – 9 in both subjects. Where an apprentice has a Level 1 or equivalent, then they will be required to work towards achieving their Level 2 Functional skills during their apprenticeship.
The duration of the apprenticeship is determined by a number of different factors such as experience and prior learning. The minimum time of an apprenticeship is 12 months with the maximum being identified on an individual basis.
Future career and study
This course will equip you with childcare knowledge and skills you can apply in your workplace. You could also progress through completing the Level 3 Early Years Educator.
Additional costs
<p>As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery. A textbook is highly recommended alongside this course.</p>
