Children and Young People's Workforce - Level 2 (QCF)

Units in the award include:

Communication Equality and diversity Young persons development Safeguarding and welfare of young people *Supporting positive behaviour.

In addition they will acquire the skills and confidence to work more effectively and efficiently in your setting.

Initial meeting to discuss suitability of the qualification prior to enrolment. Although there are no formal entry requirements to the programme, the candidate should be in a position to reflect on their practice and gather work-based evidence within paid or voluntary employment.

How long is this course?

9 Months

When does this course start?

This course can start anytime during the year at a time to suit yourself and your employer.

How many hours / days per week is this course?

An assessor will visit your workplace

What can I do after this course at CWA?

The College of West Anglia offers many opportunities to continue studying from entry level through to degrees at University Centre West Anglia. Some of the courses available for those who have successfully completed this course include:

• Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) - Level 3 (Diploma) (Workplace)

What qualification will I achieve?

City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People's Workforce

How is my course assessed?

This course is delivered at the workplace by a qualified assessor. The assessor will visit the staff regularly to set work and help the candidate to complete the units needed for the award. Times for the visits will be arranged to suit the staff and assessor. The staff member proves they have achieved the award by gathering evidence with guidance from the assessor.