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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce

Course Code

OSC1210

Develop your knowledge and skills in childcare with this NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce qualification.

  • Gain a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce qualification to kick-start your career.
  • FREE access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni membership for two years when you enrol.
  • Study from home at your own pace.
  • Boost your career in childcare with this qualification.
  • Assessor visit included and organised by us around your schedule.
  • Ideal for anyone who wants to work, or has started to work, in a childcare setting.
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Course overview

This CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce qualification is designed to help learners build the knowledge and skills they need when working with children and young people from birth to 19 years of age.

It covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas, including working in early year’s settings. It is also a must-have qualification for all those undertaking the Level 2 Children and Young People’s Apprenticeship, outside of an early year’s setting.

Course Duration

Up to 12 months.

Study Hours

261 hours of learning and 200 hours placement.

Course Outcome

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce.

Entry Requirements

You must be at least 16 years old and you will need to be able to secure a placement or be working in a nursery, pre-school, or school in mainland UK.

Assessment

All units are internally assessed. This course requires an assessment of your practical skills within your working environment.

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Assessment

All units are internally assessed. This course requires an assessment of your practical skills within your working environment. Methods of assessment could include:

  • Direct observation of practice
  • Witness evidence when directed by the sector skills assessment strategy
  • Professional discussion
  • Reflection on own practice in real work situations
  • Written assignments
  • Students will be visited by an assessor three times during the duration of the course as part of the overall assessment.

Course duration

It is recommended you have 212 hours of study time.You will also be required to complete 200 hours of placement to complete the course.

You have 12 months to complete the course, which is more than enough time needed. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.

Study method

You will study this course through distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work, it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or emailed to you online, whichever you choose. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of your assignments and workplace assessments, you will achieve an CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce.

Who are NCFE CACHE?

NCFE is a leading provider of vocational and technical courses as well as an educational charity. With over 170 years of experience in providing an outstanding education experience, NCFE work with industry experts to create smarter solutions to the greatest learning needs.

They are one of the largest technical and vocational awarding bodies in the United Kingdom and their qualifications are awarded to thousands of people each year.

In 2015, CACHE (The Council for Awards in Care, Health, and Education) became a part of NCFE.

NCFE CACHE Alumni membership

Once you have enrolled on your NCFE CACHE course, you will have access to the NCFE CACHE Alumni membership for two years. NCFE CACHE Alumni is a professional membership network for those who work in the care, health, and education industries, providing valuable resources and advice for your studies when working towards/with a NCFE CACHE qualification.

What's next?

Once you have completed this course, you can apply for roles such as:

  • Assistant pre-school workers
  • Assistant in children’s centres
  • Assistant in day nurseries, nursery schools, and nursery classes

Alternatively, you can progress your studies and complete a level three qualification to take your career even further.

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