Anyone working in an early years education company, whose job role meets the course specification. See full specification here: Early years practitioner / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
The Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship is the perfect starting point for a rewarding career working with young children. You’ll develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to support children’s learning, development, health, and wellbeing in an early years setting. Combining practical workplace experience with expert training, this apprenticeship helps you build confidence while making a positive difference to children’s lives. You’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification and the experience employers value.
Further information
This apprenticeship is ideal for anyone starting a career in early years education and childcare. It is suitable for those working, or looking to work, in nurseries, pre-schools, or other early years settings who are passionate about supporting young children’s learning, development, and wellbeing while gaining a recognised qualification.
- Child development from birth to five years
- Safeguarding, health, safety, and wellbeing
- Supporting children’s learning through play
- Positive relationships and effective communication
- Inclusive practice and meeting individual needs
- Planning and delivering engaging learning activities
- Working in partnership with families and professionals
- Professional behaviours, teamwork, and reflective practice
Successful completion of this apprenticeship enables you to work as a qualified Early Years Practitioner in nurseries, pre-schools, and other childcare settings. You may also progress to the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship or other childcare and education qualifications, opening the door to increased responsibility and further career opportunities within the early years sector.
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