What Will Happen At My First Lesson
The first week of your course will include a one-to-one meeting with your assessor who will support you with the e-portfolio and answer any of your questions. The assessor will also discuss study skills. Study skills ensure you gain the best from your course.

Qualification Aim/Level
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People.

Who is this course for?
Those who are considering or who would like to work in an Early Years or Childcare setting. Learners must be at least 19 years of age and should have attained at least Level 1 in English. (where learners are unable to provide certification we can give access to assessment please ask at your local centre). This is a knowledge based qualification that can be accessed by a wide range of candidates not yet involved in working or volunteering in an Early Years setting. While there is no placement requirement, candidates will find it useful to visit or volunteer to gain a first hand view of working in early years. If you do decide to do this, please note that it is your responsibility to arrange a visit and the necessary checks required. This is not essential requirement of the programme. If you are already in paid employment as an early years practitioner or are undertaking a substantial and varied volunteering role it is important that you speak to our Vocation Training Unit to ascertain if this course is the most appropriate programme for you. They can be contacted on 0333 01 39502 English and maths are important requirements for progression to higher level qualifications and work within the Early Years sector. Where learners have not yet attained an English qualification they will be asked to undertake formal assessment and encouraged to follow a study path that is recommended as part of this assessment. We also recommend where learners have not yet achieved at least a Level 2 (GCSE A-C) qualification in maths they have a commitment to working towards this in the near future

What can I expect to Learn?
The qualification is an introduction to the information and knowledge needed to work in an Early Years environment. The programme contains 7 units: 1. Young children's development 2. Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people 3. Respecting and valuing children 4. Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet 5. Importance of play and learning 6. The value of play to young children 7. Sharing learning experiences with children Although these units do not qualify learners to work in childcare settings; they will prepare them for future learning and training as well as providing life skills.

How will I learn?
Please note learning takes place online and is asynchronous. This is not live learning. You create your own schedule of learning within a certain timeframe. You decide when to access the elarning materials and complete the work. This is an electronic portfolio. Your tutor will use the electronic portfolio the make cotact and provide you with guidance and feedback throughout your studies. You will also have the opportunity to use online learning technologies to develop your skills.

How will I know how well I am doing?
Your tutor will discuss your progress with you providing written feedback on your work. You will be formally assessed through set tasks which are marked by your tutor and moderated by an internal moderator. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own learning and development

Will I need to do extra work at home?
Yes. You will need to complete homework tasks and background reading and research on a regular basis throughout the course.

What will I need to provide?
You will need a stable internet connection, an email address and a laptop, pc or tablet to access the course. We may be able to support you with equipment if needed.

What is the cost of the course?
If you are in receipt of Universal Credit or if you earn less than £17,374.00 annual gross salary this course may be fully funded. Please contact 0345 603 7635 if you wish to seek further advice on the amount that you will be paying for this course. If you qualify to receive the course for free then you will be asked to complete a declaration form regarding your circumstances The full cost of the course is £811.

Are there any other costs?
You may find it advantageous to have an up to date library card to access a wider range of texts and to secure internet access if you do not have this at home.

What can I do next?
The Early Years Practitioner level 2 diploma is an excellent progression and will enable you to meet the statutory requirements at level 2 regarding the Early Years ratios. Candidates must be in an appropriate job role to collect the relevant evidence, working/volunteering for a minimum of 12 hours per week for the length of the course which is one year. To obtain more information on the Certificate please contact our Vocation Training Unit on 0333 01 39502

Who can I contact for more information?
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact our Vocation Training Unit on 0333 01 39502