Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Key Facts
Level: 1
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: EY2FTP002B0
Start Date: September 2026
Code: EY2FTP002B0
This qualification provides an opportunity to study a range of topics from three main areas: child care and education, babysitting and parenting responsibilities.
Features and Benefits
You will have the opportunity to explore ideas around child care and education, whist developing your skills in maths, English and digital technologies. You will build skills that will allow you to progress onto higher level study in early years or health care industries.
Course Content
You will develop your knowledge of a range of topics essential to working in a childcare and education environment. These will include (but are not limited to):
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Craft Activities With Young Children
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Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People
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Children's Play and Leisure Activities in the Community
Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths or English at grade 3
Progression Opportunities
You can progress on to the Level 2 in Early Years Practitioner or Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Why choose Brooksby?
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Brooksby College is the biggest land-based college in Leicestershire.
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£18 million Agri-tech Centre due to open in Autumn 2026
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