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Childcare Learning and Development NVQ Level 2

This qualification is designed for people who work with children and young people aged 0 –16 yrs in a child care setting. Level 2 is designed primarily for those who engage in face to face work with children and families in a variety of settings such as: Daycare, Crèches, Pre-school groups, playgroups, community based services.

Who will benefit:

The award is aimed at nursery assistants, crèche workers; special educational needs assistants working in a supporting role

Entry requirements:

No formal entry requirements however participants must be working in an appropriate setting with children and their families. Participants must be over 16 years of age

Progression:

Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCLD) NVQ Level 3

Units

The qualification has seven units to be made up by taking all six Core Units plus one Optional unit as detailed below:

Core Units

All must be completed.

  • Contribute to positive relationships
  • Help to keep children safe
  • Support children’s development
  • Use support to develop own practice in children’s care, learning and  development
  • Prepare and maintain environments to meet children’s needs
  • Support children’s play and learning

Optional Units

Plus one unit from:

  • Contribute to the effectiveness of teams
  • Support the development of babies and children under 3 years
  • Support a child with disabilities or special educational needs
  • Support children and young people’s play