Early Years Practitoner

Apprenticeship, Level 2
Lecturer speaking to college students in childcare

Course overview

The Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to support the learning, development, and care of children aged 0–5. This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in early years education, leading to roles such as nursery assistant or preschool practitioner.

  • Entry Requirements
    Typically applicants will need a passion for working with children, basic literacy and numeracy skills and the ability to balance study with practical experience.
  • Careers/Progression
    Nursery Assistant, Early Years Practitioner, Creche Assistant, Toy Library Worker, Assistant Childminder
Course Code: 76835-01

Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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