Early Years - Level 2 - Dartford

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Learners are assessed through a variety of methods including - assignments, practical activities and presentations. Skills-based outcomes must be achieved with reference to a real work environment and must include direct observation within the workplace.

The Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner is a fantastic introduction into gaining knowledge about caring for babies and young children in Early Years settings. Your experience at college will allow you to participate in class-based activities to support an understanding of topics such as children’s health, play opportunities and development. You will spend time each week in a work placement so that you are able to put knowledge gained from your lessons into practice. You may be required to attend GCSE or Functional Skills lessons in English or Maths. This Level 2 qualification will support progression onto one of our Level 3 courses (subject to a satisfactory interview).

Learners are assessed through a variety of methods including - assignments, practical activities and presentations. Skills-based outcomes must be achieved with reference to a real work environment and must include direct observation within the workplace.

4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above including English or Maths. 5 days vocational work experience in a Nursery or Primary School. Due to attending a work placement whilst at college you must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS application. You will need to attend an interview and if successful a taster session. A good school report will need to be submitted.

This qualification allows progression onto NCFE Level 3 Technical Certificate in Childcare and Education (2 years) or Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (1 year).