CERTIFICATE INTRODUCTION TO EARLY YEARS EDUCATION & CARE LEVEL 2Level 2 Full Time

Please refer to the 16 to 19 study programme document to learn more.WHAT DOES THE QUALIFICATION COVER?

The aim of this qualification is to prepare learners to work with children between birth and five years, with knowledge of children up to seven years. Learners could also progress on to the CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care or the CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce.

This qualification is suitable for a range of learners from the age of 16 onwards who have little or no experience in childcare.

Learners must achieve a total of 33 credits: 29 credits from mandatory group A; plus 4 credits from optional group B.

All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include direct observation within the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task set by CACHE.

Some learning outcomes within this qualification will require assessment in a real work environment.

250 placement hours are recommended for this qualification.