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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

  • Build your early years career through practical learning and real workplace experience

About the course

This apprenticeship route is designed for learners who want to begin a career in early years while developing practical knowledge, confidence and day-to-day understanding in a real setting. It supports learners in building the skills needed to work with babies and young children from birth to 7 years, with applied knowledge focused on the early years age range. The qualification also meets the Department for Education’s Level 2 full and relevant criteria for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.

What you will learn

You will develop knowledge and understanding in key areas including:
· child development from birth to 7 years
· safeguarding, protection and welfare
· health, safety and well-being
· equality, diversity and inclusive practice
· planning and supporting activities and purposeful play
· positive behaviour support
· partnership working in early years
· supporting school readiness and children’s development

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
· support babies and young children through safe, purposeful and engaging practice
· apply safeguarding and welfare requirements with confidence
· contribute to the planning and delivery of activities and educational programmes
· support children’s development, well-being and physical activity
· work effectively as part of an early years team in a real setting

Course details

· Duration: 9–12 months
· Delivery: Workplace learning + tutor support + structured study
· Assessment: Internally assessed units, portfolio of evidence and workplace observation
· Placement / Work-based learning: Learners must be working, volunteering or on practical placement in an early years setting. Around 250 placement hours are recommended.

Entry requirements

· Aged 16+
· No prior qualifications required
· Must have access to a real early years working environment, placement or apprenticeship setting

Progression

On completion, learners can progress to:
· employment as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner
· roles such as nursery practitioner, classroom assistant or pre-school practitioner
· further study including a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

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Delivery

Workplace learning + tutor support + structured study

Assessment

Internally assessed units, portfolio of evidence and workplace observation

More Informations
Duration time
12 months
Price
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Funding
Fully funded

Testimonials

Ofsted Readiness
"We were thoroughly impressed with our mock inspection. She made all the staff feel at ease so that they could showcase all the knowledge they had, which led to them feeling more confident. Her feedback was incisive and her recommendations we feel will drive our practice forward. The impact on the staff team has been amazing! I have no hesitation in recommending the services as our experience was outstanding."
Funmi Rotimi-AjibolaMontessori Owner
Milton Keynes, UK
Training
"The training had such a positive impact on my knowledge and understanding of early childhood education as well as how to be an effective educator. Her engaging and informative training sessions made my learning experiences more enjoyable, effective and more importantly it helps me with my personal and professional growth."
Lailanie GalutTeaching Assistant
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Coaching and Mentoring
"I learned of Focus Educational Consultants through professional contacts. The consultant provided me with a one-to-one bespoke professional program, offering personalised guidance to enhance my leadership skills. Through thoughtful and reflective sessions, she helped me navigate the challenges I faced as a school leader, providing tailored strategies for decision-making, team strategy and school improvement. Her expert coaching empowered me to lead with greater confidence, sharpened my vision, and implement effective changes within the school."
Michelle CrowleyPrimary School Headteacher
Doha, Qatar
Coaching and Mentoring
"Thank you for your impactful leadership in such a short time. Your dedication and vision have truly transformed our school community."
Secondary School Head of Department
Doha, Qatar
Training
"As my mentor, she trained us for the Early Years Child Development course and gave us the opportunity to enhance the skills I have. The training I have with her has given me a deeper knowledge and understanding about childcare which I applied and improved my practice. I am grateful that she was a part of my journey."
Sharon Jane BalalioLead Nursery Practitioner
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Coaching and Mentoring
"The coaching and mentoring I received were second to none. If you are looking for anywhere to help train your staff, hold a mock inspection or just with anything early years, then look no further. I would never go anywhere else. Absolutely amazing."
Katie FletcherNursery Manager
Birmingham, UK
Training
"It has been a privilege to learn from you. We truly appreciated the way you always found a solution to make meaningful change despite the challenges, with thoughtfulness and clarity.."
Secondary School Deputy Head
London, UK
Training
"Focus Educational Consultants delivered many high quality training sessions for the staff, focusing on the specific needs and challenges identified, with a clear understanding of the curriculum. They provided practical strategies and insights that were relevant to our daily practices. The engaging and interactive sessions empowered staff to enhance their teaching approaches, fostering a deeper understanding with a more supportive learning environment for the children. The sessions were proven to be extremely beneficial."
Michelle CrowleyPrimary School Headteacher
Doha, Qatar
Consultation/Ofsted Readiness
"We used Focus Educational Consultants for a consultation package to support us in preparing for an inspection. We received detailed advice and guidance to put us at ease and to ensure that not only were we well prepared for the inspection but has also guided our management moving forward. Would definitely use this service again."
Zahid AminNursery Director
Slough, UK
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