Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner
(610/2573/2)
Overview
The NQual Level 2 Diploma in Early Years Practitioner is designed to provide learners with knowledge and skills relating to care practices. It will provide individuals with the chance to develop knowledge and gain skills to seek employment or progression onto higher level qualifications.
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare individuals for employment and progression in the care sector. The units specified within this document cover a variety of areas and topics relevant to the sector.
This qualification is developed with the support of the Department of Education. Upon completion of the qualification, learners are able to be counted towards the statutory framework for the EYFS staff: child ratio at Level 2.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual.
Entry Requirements
Minimum Age: 16
There are no further entry requirements for this qualification.
Progression Opportunities
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Educator
Unit Guidance
Learners must achieve all mandatory units. The total credit value for this qualification is 39.
Guided Learning Hours
These hours are made up of contact time, guidance or supervision from course tutors, trainers, or training providers. The Guided Learning Hours for this qualification is 312.
Total Qualification Time
This is an estimate of the total length of time it is expected that a learner will typically take to achieve and demonstrate the level of understanding required for the award of this qualification. This includes the Guided Learning Hours and time spent completing the independent study.
The Total Qualification Time for this qualification is 390.
Delivery Options
NQual allows qualifications to be delivered both online and face-to-face. Please check the additional requirements with your Centre EQA if delivering qualifications online.


Unit Breakdown:
Mandatory Units

Optional Units

Qualification Fee:
£90
Centre Approval Process

Submit centre approval
application to NQual

Pay the NQual centre
approval application fee

Application reviewed
by NQual

EQA approval activity
conducted by NQual

NQual approve you as
an approved centre
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