Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings (Intermediate) - Level 2
Overview
Combining practical learning, theory and work placement, this course teaches the skills, knowledge and personal qualifications to support a wide range of careers, including early years assistant, educational support assistant or progression to a Level 3 early years course with full license to practice.
Mandatory early years and primary education practical experience in a work placement will prepare you to gain employment in an early years setting or progress to a qualification with a full licence to practice with the early year’s sector.
You will also have the opportunity to take part in a learning company to develop your business skills.
Start dates and fees
Costs
- A work placement uniform will be required.
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee | Actions |
| Sep 2025 | 1935A1055 | FREE | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
- Child development from birth to 11 years and 11 months
- Children's play and learning
- Supporting children's positive behaviour
- The health and safety of children
- Exploring legislation/safeguarding
- Children’s nutrition
- The role of the early years practitioner
- Mandatory work placement in an early years and primary school setting.
Entry requirements
This course is only available to those aged 16-18 years.
- GCSE English Language or Maths at grade 4-9 plus four other GCSEs at grade 3-9 including English Language or Maths.
OR
- Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 course with appropriate GCSE grades in English Language and Maths plus a successful work placement.
You will need to attend an applicant event and have a successful DBS check.
Students progressing from Level 1 will need to have attended an early years work placement and maintained at least 90% attendance.
If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses. If you are not planning on sitting GCSE exams, we can also support you with completing an English Language and Maths assessment. Please contact our admissions team for further details:
Study programmes - essential skills for employment
If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.
Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.
How long is the course?
One year.
How will I be assessed?
- You'll be assessed through a professional skills record with an early years and primary school setting.
- Written assignments and set tasks.
What can I progress onto?
Career opportunities