Children’s Care, Learning & Development (Level 2 Traineeship Diploma)

Course Overview

This course is designed to build knowledge, understanding, practical skills and professional values in children’s care, learning and development. It provides the essential qualification needed to work in a supervised role within the early years / childcare sector, such as a pre-school, nursery, day-care, or as a a playgroup or classroom assistant. Students will also participate in transversal skills development and project based learning activities.You will learn in an Early Years specialist resource room equipped with a wide range of play materials, allowing you to plan practical activities, explore sensory resources, and gain experience caring for ‘Real Care Babies’. You will also take part in outdoor trips and competitions. In previous years, students have worked alongside international learners and taken part in forest school activities. Throughout the course, you will develop key workplace skills, including: Excellent communication skills• The ability to work with children in a sensitive and positive manner• Creativity and imagination when designing displays• Strong planning and organisational skills.Assessment will take place through practical tasks, written assignments, and work placement observations.