Course Summary
Throughout this diploma, students explore fundamental concepts and practices essential for nurturing young children’s development. From understanding child development milestones to implementing age-appropriate activities and fostering positive relationships, learners gain crucial insights and skills necessary for effective caregiving in early years settings. Covering areas such as safeguarding, promoting health and well-being, and supporting children’s learning, this diploma equips students with the knowledge and tools to create nurturing and stimulating environments in early years.
Key Topics
The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge and understanding of babies and young children from birth to 7 years of age with applied knowledge in the early years, 0-5 years. The qualification content meets the Department for Education’s (DfE) Level 2 full and relevant criteria for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in the workforce.
Assessment
Students enrolled onto this course will be allocated an Assessor/Tutor. All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of assessment methods. Assessment will be Internally Quality Assured (IQA) and Externally Quality Assured (EQA) by the Awarding Organisation.
The different types/methods of assessment will be discussed between student and Assessor/Tutor.
Progression
Upon achieving this qualification, students can choose to either deepen their expertise at the same level/type of qualification or advance to higher-level qualifications within the same field or related areas.
These qualifications can significantly enhance employment prospects for roles directly related to this specialised pathway.
Additionally, these qualifications contribute to Continuing Professional Development (CPD), helping individuals maintain and improve their professional skills.
This suite of qualifications supports upskilling and retraining, making it a valuable addition to students’ CVs. Designed to help students succeed, this pathway offers a robust foundation for career advancement and personal growth.
Childcare. Teaching Pathway progression options include:
Level 2 qualifications [no workplace required]:
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health
- Level 2 Certificate introducing Caring for Children and Young People
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses
Care Pathway progression options include:
Level 1 qualification [no workplace required]:
- Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings
- Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s settings
Level 2 qualifications [no workplace required]:
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse
- Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions
- Level 2 Certificate in Self Harm, Suicide Awareness & Prevention
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour That Challenges
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading
- Level 2 Certificate in Equality & Diversity
Level 2 qualifications [workplace required]:
- Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Childcare. Teaching Pathway progression options include:
Level 3 qualifications [workplace required]:
- Level 3 Diploma Early Years Educator
- Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in SchoolsLevel 4 qualification [workplace required]:
- Level 4 Certificate For Advance Practitioner in Schools and college
Care Pathway progression options include:
Level 3 qualifications [no workplace required]:
- Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
- Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Entry Requirements
While there are no strict entry requirements for this qualification, students may undergo assessments in English and numeracy to determine their skill levels, depending on the specific qualification. Additionally, students must be at least 19 years old to enrol in this programme.