Course code
2B1-009
Location
Colindale Campus
Length of course
9 months part time (day)
Course Overview
If you are dedicated to working with children, this is the course for you. You will build up a comprehensive range of knowledge and skills to help you reach your goal of working within the childcare sector.
The aim of this qualification is to prepare applicants to work with children 0-5 years, and to gain a knowledge of working with children up to age 7 years and progress to the CACHE Level 3 Early Years Education and Care (EYE)
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will need 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, with a GCSE grade 4/5 (C) or above in English Language – or – Functional Skills Level 2 Grade 3 (D) or above in Mathematics.
Evidence of work experience with children is essential.
You will be contacted by a member of the admissions team for a chat.
Please apply online (via the green button) and the College will contact you shortly.
What this course covers
You will study Early Learning and Childcare
Mandatory and optional pathways.
One day a week at Barnet and Southgate College, plus independent study using an e-portfolio.
Students will be required to show competence in both knowledge and skills. You will be required to attend a minimum of 12 hours placement a week.
Learners will have the opportunity to access additional skills, attitudes and behaviours to be able to access T-Level courses.
The qualification will be assessed by a range of methods. This includes tasks and assignments such as written information, oral questions, portfolio and direct observation in the workplace. You also need to complete 250 placement hours.
14 assignments, 3 professional development folder and 2 observations.
Please ensure you bring a handwritten personal statement of approximately 200 words to your interview, stating why you would like to work in the Childcare sector.
In order to successfully complete the Level 2 Diploma, you will be required to achieve a total of 33 credits, 29 from mandatory groups plus 4 credits from optional.
Fees and funding
There will be additional costs for:
study materials, travel costs to and from your placement, Disclosure & Barring Service and text books
Progression
On successful completion of this course, students may progress onto the CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (provided they have passed maths and English GCSEs at grade 8/9 – 4.)
Modules

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