If you want to find out more about what Northbrook College has to offer why not join us at our next open day.
Visit our one of our specialist campuses to see our industry-standard facilities and meet our expert tutors.
Level 2
Early Years & Childcare | NNCFE Ceritifcate In Working With Children In Early Years And Primary Settings | Level 2
COURSE OVERVIEW
Our Early Years department has an excellent track record of student progression to employment or university. You’ll learn about caring for children from birth to seven years of age, linking classroom theory with hands-on experience through regular work placements.
- Fantastic links with local hospitals, pre-schools and schools
- Strong links with local charities, including Link Hope
- Inspirational guest speakers
- High progression rate to employment
- Experience visits to forest and beach schools, ice-skating and the Nursery World exhibition in London
FURTHER INFORMATION
At least 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D/E) or above, including English and maths. Plus two references; at least one from working with children and an enhanced DBS. If you do not qualify for Level 2, you can start on our Level 1 Early Years & Childcare course and then progress to Level 2 after that.
Upon completion, you can continue on to the Level 3 Certificate and Diploma in Childcare and Education or start an apprenticeship. Alternatively, you can seek employment, with a licence to practise at Level 2.
Future careers include:
- Nursery worker
- Nanny
- Nursery nurse
- Teaching assistant
- Primary school teacher
- Social worker
- Children’s holiday rep
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.