Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Course Code: P291944
Key Information
Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
Highbury Campus
Start Date:
08 Sept 2025
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time
Fees:
Free
This course is suitable for those aged from 16 years and have an interest in working with children between birth and seven years 11 months.
You will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including:
• EYP 1 Roles and responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner
• EYP 2 Health and safety of babies and young children in the early years
• EYP 3 Equality, diversity and inclusive practice in Early Years Settings
• EYP 4 Safeguarding, protection and welfare of babies and young children in Early Years Settings
• EYP 5 Understand how to support children’s development
• EYP 6 Support care routines for babies and young children
• EYP 7 Support the planning and delivery of activities, purposeful play opportunities and educational
• EYP 8 Promote play in an Early Years Setting
• EYP 9 Support well-being of babies and young children for healthy lifestyles
• EYP 10 Support babies and young children to be physically active
• EYP 11 Support the needs of babies and young children with Special Educational Needs and Disability
• EYP 12 Promote positive behaviour in Early Years Settings
• EYP 13 Partnership working in the early years
• EYP 14 Support the needs of the child in preparing for school
On completion you will gain a Level 2 licence to practice in the Early Years Sector.
You will have the opportunity to attend enrichment sessions and use the onsite virtual nursery and sensory room. You will enjoy regular professional visits and take part in events with the onsite nursery giving you the extra skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
This course includes mandatory 250hrs work placement within the Early Years and Education sector.
You will need five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including Math & English.
On completion of this course and the accompanying GCSEs in Math and English, you will be able to progress to the T Level 3 Early Years and Education, a traineeship, apprenticeship or employment as an Early Years Assistant.
Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
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