Start Your Journey to Becoming a Skilled Early Years Practitioner Today or Invest in Your Staff's Professional Development with Our Government-Funded Level 2 Childcare Qualification.
Eden Training Solutions offers the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Course, a comprehensive program designed to provide you with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to excel in childcare.
This 14-month program combines theoretical learning with practical experience in real childcare settings, supported by our experienced Skills Coaches who guide you every step of the way.
Our courses are also 100% government funded for 16-21 year olds and 95% government funded for 22+. (subject to the employers levy status)
Annie Downing – Amazing Tutor
I have recently completed my Level 2 Early Years Practitioner course with Eden Training and I couldn’t recommend them enough. My tutor Annie was so helpful and always there to answer and questions and help me whenever I was struggling with something.
For Learners & Nusery Managers...
Are you passionate about working with children and looking to advance your career? Our childcare level 2 qualification equips you with essential skills and knowledge to become a proficient early years educator.
To start a course as an Early Years Practitioner Level 2, you need to meet certain entry requirements. Here are the general requirements based on the provided sources:
Academic Requirements:
The GCSE prior attainment means that you will be exempt from having to complete a functional skills course in Maths and English.
You would commence at the bottom eg level 1 or 2 and start again with Maths & English via functional skills, apposed to a level 3 or higher with GCSEs.
You’ll need to secure an apprenticeship position with an employer or training provider. Eden can help secure a supportive position with one of our many partners around the country.
There are various career paths one can pursue with a Level 2 childcare qualification, including roles such as:
Nursery Assistant
Role: Work as part of a nursery team to help educate and care for children.
Early Years Practitioner
Role: Interact with children daily to support their development.
Nursery Practitioner
Role: Similar to an Early Years Practitioner, focusing on the holistic development of children.
Assistant Childminder
Role: Assist a registered childminder in providing care for children in a home setting.
Our course offers a blend of online learning, interactive workshops, and hands-on experience in childcare settings.
The salary for an Early Years Practitioner Level 2 in the United Kingdom varies based on factors such as location, experience, and the specific employer.
Here are some key points regarding the earnings:Average Salary:
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EYPs stay up to date with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, ensuring that the nursery meets all regulatory requirements and provides the highest quality care and education.
By employing skilled and dedicated Early Years Practitioners, a nursery manager can significantly enhance the quality of care and education provided, create a positive and stimulating environment for children, and ensure the overall success and reputation of the nursery.
Early years apprenticeships typically involve a combination of work and study.
Work-Study Balance:
Pay and Conditions:
At Eden, our experienced and highly qualified Skills Coaches support both the employer and apprentice to ensure achievements milestones and improvement targets are appropriate to the workplace and accelerate learning.
This includes coordinating the apprentices’ planned off-the-job learning, their attendance at teaching sessions and assessment activities, along with preparation for end-point assessment.
Currently 100% funding is available for apprentices ages 16 – 21 and 95% funded for those aged 22 + (subject to the employers levy status). This is accessed via the employer digital apprenticeship service account.
I started my apprenticeship at 16 and I was so nervous. I had Sam Law for my level two who was absolutely amazing and supported me all the way through. I then had Abbie Lindley for my level three and she is just as amazing! I have felt so supported by Abbie and I definitely wouldn't be where I am without her. I would definitely recommend Eden training to anyone!!
In the last 24-36 months I've completed both my level 2 and level 3 with Eden, and also my maths functional skills. I found them great to work with and the support from my tutor Nicola Johson exceptional. I found the training and EPA very thorough. I would recommend Eden to anyone looking to do their level 2 and level 3.
Get in touch below for more information. If you are a learner, you should be employed in an early years setting.
"I feel passionate about staff training and development; I’ve always found that investing in talent offers new and dynamic ways of getting the job done, none more so than with apprentices, as employers see their knowledge, skills and behaviours develop. "
Lorna Newbould
Managing Director, Eden Training Solutions
