| Education and Childcare Level 2 | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Vocational |
| Entry Requirements: | You should be aiming for at least 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and/or Mathematics OR a relevant Level 1 Diploma and GCSE English Language and/or Mathematics at Grade 3 or above. If you don’t quite achieve the entry criteria though don’t worry, we can discuss your options. |
| Start Date: | Sep 2023 |
Course Overview
This course is part of our Transition Programme – a unique and individualised programme for Level 2 students. The course will support you in developing the key personal, technical and professional skills you need in order to get ahead, whether you want to progress to Level 3 or employment in your chosen sector. The Education and Childcare Transitions programme is made up of subject specific practical skills including safeguarding protocols, stages of development and report writing. You will also develop key employability skills including commitment, resilience, initiative, confidence, and professionalism.
After completing this course, you will have the necessary skills to progress onto a Level 3 course in Education and Childcare or an Apprenticeship. There will be lots of opportunities for trips, visits, guest speakers, mentoring and work experience. This is an exciting programme, designed to help you get ready for your next steps.
What will I learn?
• This Education and Childcare programme is made up of subject specific practical skills including safeguarding protocols, stages of development and report writing.
• You will also develop key employability skills including commitment, resilience, initiative, confidence, and professionalism.
• Areas of study may include safe working practices and communication with children and different audiences.
• You will also work on your Maths and English skills.
How will the course be assessed?
• You will be assessed through internal assessments which consist of coursework projects and practical work.
• You will study in modern classrooms with interactive learning technology and will have access to up-to-date resources.
• Students will have access to high end computer suites where they will have access to various programmes and software to aid their studies.
• In Education and Childcare we work with over 35 employers such as nurseries and primary schools and have a close partnership with the Pendle Education Trust.
• Employer input informs all aspects of the curriculum, to ensure the curriculum intent meets the needs of the learners to develop sector-specific knowledge, skills and behaviours and fill skills gaps for later employment.
Materials and other information
• We are an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ College.
• Our students love being learners here and feel supported throughout their course, which enables them to thrive and succeed, and feel supported to progress to their intended destinations.
• We have teachers who are experts in their fields, they provide our students with excellent knowledge and create positive and encouraging learning environments.
