Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners

• develop the fundamental technical skills and underpinning knowledge and understanding required to become competent in the job role; for details of the units included in this qualification
• develop appropriate professional attitudes and behaviours that will support personal success in their job role and the long-term success of their organisation
• develop a range of interpersonal and intrapersonal skills to support progression to, and success in, further study and career advancement
• achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification demonstrate the behaviours expected of all Early Years Practitioners carrying out their role:
• Care and compassion: provide the very best childcare to every child every day combined with the ability to identify opportunities for development.
• Honesty, trust and integrity: develop trust by working in a confidential, ethical and empathetic manner with a common sense and professional attitude.
• Positive work ethic: maintains professional standards within the work environment providing a positive role model for children. being team-focused – work effectively with colleagues and other professionals and support the learning and development of others.
• Being team-focused: work effectively with colleagues and other professionals and support the learning and development of others.
• Commitment: to improving the outcomes for children through inspiration and child centred care and education.
• Work in a non-discriminatory way: by being aware of differences and ensuring all children have equal access to opportunities to learn, develop and reach their potential. work in ways which consider fundamental British values including democracy, the rule of the law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.
• Professional practice: be a reflective practitioner with a commitment to continued professional development adhering to legislation, policy and procedure with a positive disposition to work.

Learners who achieve the Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners can progress to working as a practitioner confirming competency in the job role stated on the previous page. In the longer term, learners can progress to Early Years Educator roles and other relevant Level 3 qualifications.

Learners can progress to either the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) as an apprentice or to the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) in order to progress to higher education.

• Legislation, Policy and Procedures for Working in Early Years Settings
• Child Development from Birth up to Seven Years
• Contribute to the Health and Safety of Babies and Young Children
• Safeguarding the Welfare of Babies and Young Children
• Supporting Babies and Young Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Supporting Children’s Communication, Literacy and Language Development
• Understand Partnership Working for the benefit of Babies and Young Children
• Promote the Health and Wellbeing of Babies and Young Children in Early Years settings
• Support Children’s Learning Through Play
• Contribute to Observation, Assessment and Planning to support Children’s Development
• Introduction to Personal Development for Early Years Practitioners Career Pathways