Pearson
Level 2
QN: 603/4999/2
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Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 258 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
11 Units
Guided Hours
258 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Child Development from Birth up to Seven Years
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the main stages and expected patterns of child development from birth to 7 years
- Understand the potential effects of transitions and other significant events on children’s development
- Be able to support the development of children
2
Contribute to Observation, Assessment and Planning to support Children’s Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to contribute to assessments of the development needs of children
- Understand how to monitor children’s development and interventions that should take place if this is not following the expected pattern
- Understand the importance of early intervention to support the speech, language and communication needs of children
- Be able to assess the development needs of children and prepare a development plan
3
Contribute to the Health and Safety of Babies and Young Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to recognise risks and hazards in the work setting and during off-site visits
- Know what to do in the event of a non-medical incident or emergency
- Know what to do in the event of a child becoming ill or injured
- Be able to follow infection control procedures
- Know the work setting’s procedures for receiving, storing, administering and safely disposing of medicines
4
Introduction to Personal Development for Early Years Practitioners
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand what is required for competence in own work role
- Be able to reflect on own work activities
- Be able to agree a personal development plan
- Be able to develop own knowledge, skills and understanding
5
Legislation, Policy and Procedures for Working in Early Years Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding, security, confidentiality of information and promoting the welfare of children, including e-safety
- Be able to follow the work setting procedures for reporting and recording
- Understand legislation and statutory guidance for practice in the early years
- Know the rights of children with special educational needs and disabilities
6
Promote the Health and Wellbeing of Babies and Young Children in Early Years Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to support a positive environment that meets the individual needs of babies and young children and supports their health and wellbeing, learning and development
- Be able to support the personal care needs of babies and young children within a positive environment
- Be able to support the nutritional and dietary needs of babies and young children
7
Safeguarding the Welfare of Babies and Young Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child has been abused, harmed or bullied
- Understand the importance of working with other organisations to safeguard children
- Understand the importance of ensuring children’s safety and protection in the work setting
- Understand the importance of child protection including online safety
8
Support Children’s Learning Through Play
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the nature and importance of play and leisure
- Be able to support children’s play and leisure
- Be able to support children in balancing risk and challenge
9
Supporting Babies and Young Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the needs of children in own care with special educational needs and disabilities
- Be able to contribute to the inclusion of children with special educational needs and disabilities
- Be able to support children with special educational needs and those with disabilities to participate in the full range of activities and experiences
10
Supporting Children’s Communication, Literacy and Language Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate with babies and young children
- Be able to meet the communication and language needs, wishes and preferences of babies and young children
- Be able to reduce barriers to communication
- Be able to apply principles and practices relating to confidentiality at work
11
Understand Partnership Working for the benefit of Babies and Young Children
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand partnership working within the context of supporting the needs of babies and young children
- Understand the importance of effective communication and information sharing in services for babies and young children
- Understand the importance of partnerships with parents and carers
- Be able to build positive relationships and work cooperatively with people involved in the care of children
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4999/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2019