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Part Time
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11 Months
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Online
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September 2025
Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2
Add to ShortlistThe Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2 is designed to equip you with essential knowledge and understanding of the care, development, and education of babies and young children from birth to five years old. This qualification provides a strong foundation for those looking to work in early years settings, ensuring you gain the skills required to support children's learning, wellbeing, and development.
Recognised by the Department for Education (DfE), this diploma meets the Level 2 full and relevant criteria for an Early Years Practitioner, making it a valuable credential for those wishing to enter the workforce in a childcare setting.
In addition to practical childcare knowledge, the course focuses on enhancing your academic writing skills, preparing you for further studies and higher level qualifications. Whether you plan to progress onto a Level 3 Early Years course or other advanced studies, this diploma serves as an excellent stepping stone for your career.
What will I do?
During the course, you will cover topics including:
- Learning and Development
- Safeguarding and Wellbeing
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Physical Development
- Healthy Lifestyles
You will also undertake volunteering in an Early Years setting (working with children aged 0-8 years) alongside your studies at the College.
In addition to your course, you may also study either GCSE or Functional Skills English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.
Entry Qualifications
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Attendance
The Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2 will take you 11 months to complete. You will attend college for a course induction with your tutor at our Rochford Campus in Boston. Following this, you will attend online workshops once per month.
Fees
The Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2 may be fully funded by the Adult Education Budget should you be eligible under the following criteria:
- Be aged 19 or older on the 31st August
- Be either unemployed and receiving JSA, ESA or Universal Credit (subject to criteria) OR be earning less than £25,000 (annual gross salary) a year
If you do not qualify for funding this course will cost £1216.
Fees may vary depending on personal circumstances, please enquire for further information.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
How Will I Be Assessed
You will be assessed via practical assessments and course work, including placement observations and written assessments.
Where Could It Lead?
Upon completing your Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2, you will have the essential knowledge and skills needed to take the next step in your education and career. You can progress onto a Level 3 childcare qualification which will further enhance your understanding of early years education.
Additionally, this qualification allows you to work under supervision in various early years roles, such as:
- Nursery Practitioner
- Classroom Assistant
- Pre-school Practitioner
To explore other Early Years and Schools courses available at Boston College, visit our Early Years and Schools page.
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