Early Years Educator level 2

Tuition fees for our NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for Working in the Early Years Sector
(Early Years Educator) are £2,120 which includes an up front £200 registration fee, payable upon acceptance of a place with us.

We also offer a monthly instalment plan: £200 registration fee followed by 12 monthly payments of £160.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to engage in either paid or voluntary employment within a home environment or an early years setting. The total number of mandatory work placement hours is a minimum of 300 hours; however, it is recommended that learners aim for 250 hours where possible to enhance their practical experience. Note that to work as an Early Years Educator and be part of the staffing ratios it is necessary to hold either GCSEs or Functional Skills Level 2 in English. If you completed your studies in English abroad at the age of 16, you could apply for a statement of comparability at ECCTIS. However, if English was your secondary language, it is likely that you will be required to complete Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE in English.

Assessment is the process of evaluating a learner’s skills, knowledge, and understanding against the established standards of the qualification. This qualification undergoes both internal assessment and external quality assurance.

Assessment is centred around the following:

• Portfolio of Evidence: Learners are required to compile a contextualised portfolio that includes comprehensive written evidence demonstrating their skills and knowledge in practice. This portfolio will be assessed by an assessor and is subject to external quality assurance by NCFE to ensure compliance with all standards.

The assessment of the skills-based criteria will utilise a variety of methods, including:

• Direct Observations: Learners will be directly observed in their work placements or employment settings, which is essential for demonstrating practical skills.
• Professional Discussions: Learners will engage in discussions that allow them to express their understanding and insights in a professional context.
• Reflective Accounts: Reflective accounts from learners will detail their experiences, providing insight into their personal development and learning journey.
• Expert Witness Testimonies: When direct observation isn’t suitable, testimonies from a lead practitioner may be used, accompanied by professional discussions to corroborate the evidence.
• Work Products: Learners can submit relevant documents such as policies, reports, and records, which can serve to enhance or support professional discussions, providing tangible proof of their skills and knowledge.