This qualification allows you to gain an introductory knowledge and understanding:

• Young children's development
• Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
• Respecting and valuing children
• Use food and nutrition information to play a healthy diet
• Importance of play for early lerning
• The value of play to young children
• Sharing learning experiences with children

You will need to be:

• aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you wish to study
• be eligible to study in the UK, with 'in-date' evidence that shows that you will be resident in the UK for the duration of the course and not currently studying an apprenticeship programme

You will also need access to a computer (laptop or desktop), and a stable internet connection, to access our interactive online learning platform.

You will complete a series of assessments within a set time-frame which will be marked by a qualified assessor these will produce the relevant evidence to meet the requirements for the awarding body. On successful completion you will be awarded a nationally recognised level 2 qualification.

Possible outcomes:

• Successfully gaining permanent or temporary employment within the child care sector
• Becoming a volunteer with the child care sector
• Progression if you wish to study other vocational qualifications

As this course is undertaken by distance learning, there is no need to attend the college and you can study at a time that suits you. You will receive a set of comprehensive learning materials on your subject, and have access to a knowledgeable tutor and assessor who will support you throughout the programme.