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Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2 (October 2026 Entry)
If you are wanting to become an Early Years Practitioner (EYP) then this is the perfect apprenticeship for you.
- Attendance - Full-time
- Duration - 12 - 15 months
- Start Date - October
- Where - Huddersfield Centre
COURSE
OVERVIEW
As an apprentice Early Years Practitioner, you will be responsible for supporting child-initiated and adult-led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child. You will support children’s learning through planned, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes and working as part of a team to ensure each child feels safe and secure.
As an apprentice Early Years Practitioner, you will also support the observation and assessment of children and contribute to their learning experiences and assist with the care needs of the individual child.
During the qualification, you will have the opportunity to put these skills into practice with at least 12 months of workplace experience in the industry. Your assessor will arrange a variety of workplace observations to assess your practice.
English and maths Level 2 Functional Skills forms a mandatory part of this apprenticeship and must be achieved before end-point assessment. Face to Face delivery in college will take place on the last Thursday of the month. Calendar dates will be provided on sign up.
Finance and Funding
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Entry Requirements
Grade 3 and above in English Language and three other GCSEs at grade 3 and above. You can be 16 years old to apply for this apprenticeship but it is at the discretion of the employer whether they are willing to hire a 16-year-old apprentice. To start your apprenticeship you must have secured employment that the college has agreed is suitable.
Assessment Methods
The end-point assessment for this apprenticeship involves a professional discussion and knowledge test. You will be required to complete a portfolio of work and a variety of placement observation to enable you to progress onto Level 3 or achieve a Level 2 Licence to Practice.
Course Progression
Early Years Educator T Level Level 3
Foundation degree in Early Years Education
Full-time employment
Career Progression
Early Years Practitioner
WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO
Wide range of jobs in this industry
Excellent choice of employers in this industry
Qualifications & levels explained
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