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Introducing Caring for Children and Young People Certificate Level 2

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  • Course Type
    Adult Courses
  • Course Code
    EY206
  • Campus
    Twelve Quays
  • Start Date
    14th Sep
  • Level
    Level 2
  • Duration
    20 weeks

The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People provides a broad introduction to childcare and education, parenting and babysitting. It is designed to help you develop your knowledge and make an informed choice about future study or a career working with children and young people.

All units are optional, allowing the programme of study to be tailored to provide a varied and relevant learning experience. To achieve the Certificate, learners must achieve a minimum of 16 credits, with at least 9 credits achieved at Level 2.

  • Course Details

    Build the Skills to Make a Difference in Education.

    If you are interested in working with children and young people in a school environment, this course will help you develop essential knowledge and understanding to take your next step.

    The mandatory units introduce you to how schools operate, how to support the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and how to communicate effectively with children, young people and adults.

    What will I study?

    • Understand Schools as Organisations
      • A/616/5431
      • Discover how schools are structured and organised and develop your understanding of the different roles and responsibilities of the people who work within them.
    • Understand How to Keep Children and Young People Healthy, Safe and Well
      • F/616/5432
      • Develop your understanding of the important role education professionals play in supporting children's health, safety and wellbeing. This unit will help you recognise the importance of creating environments in which children and young people can feel safe, supported and able to thrive.
    • Understand How to Communicate with Children, Young People and Adults
      • J/616/5433
      • Good communication is at the heart of working successfully in education. You will explore how to communicate effectively with children, young people and adults and develop an understanding of how positive communication supports strong professional relationships.

    Why choose this course?

    Working in education gives you the opportunity to support children and young people as they learn, develop and achieve their potential.

    Whether you are considering a new career, returning to work or looking to develop your knowledge of working in schools, this course provides an accessible introduction to some of the key skills and knowledge needed within an education setting.

    It could be your first step towards a rewarding career supporting children and young people.

  • Timetable

    This course takes place from January to June.

    The qualification has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 160 hours, with 117—134 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).

  • Equipment Required

    The NCFE qualification factsheet does not specify any specialist equipment. The College will advise you of any stationery, learning resources or access to IT needed for your course.

If you're not eligible to study for free, the cost of this course is:

£842.40

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Hi, I’m Ailz. What I love most about education is the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives, help them recognise their own potential, and open doors to new careers and pathways. I began my career teaching English in Further Education, before becoming a mentor for trainee teachers through their placement years. I really enjoyed mentoring and coaching trainees, helping them develop their practice and discover their own strengths as teachers. This led me into teacher education, where I now work as a Programme Lead, supporting the next generation of teachers in the Further Education and Skills sector.

I care deeply about social mobility, the importance of positive relationships, and helping students feel confident and engaged in their learning. I’m a nurturing and approachable teacher educator, and I’m committed to ensuring that every trainee I work with feels encouraged, valued, and supported as they develop their practice.

I’m Sasha. What I enjoy most about working in education is helping people build confidence and realise their full potential. I spent 13 years working as a teaching assistant and Learning Support Assistant before moving into teaching Health and Social Care and Access courses with learners aged 16 and over. These experiences shaped my belief in the importance of positive relationships and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

Mentoring trainee teachers and coaching colleagues sparked my interest in teacher education, which I moved into in 2024. I enjoy helping trainees connect theory with classroom practice, try out new approaches and find their own confidence as teachers. I aim to create a supportive space where they can ask questions, reflect honestly and feel comfortable seeking advice.

I have a degree in Psychology, a master’s in Mental Health, a PGCE, the National Professional Qualification in Leading Teacher Development and a Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Education. These studies continue to inform my interests in inclusive teaching, wellbeing, and supporting others to develop their practice.