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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

NSCG Newcastle College

Knutton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2GB

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 2
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026
NSCG Newcastle College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Begin your journey into working with babies and young children with this Level 2 course. A stepping-stone for progression to the level two early years and education course, you will explore key principles and practices within early years in topics such as child development, play and learning, safeguarding and food and nutrition.

Course Details

This qualification covers a range of key subject areas that provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to care for and educate babies and children.� Some of the units that are covered during this qualification include: child development, play and learning, nutrition and safeguarding.�Within the course you will also study GCSE Maths and English Language (if required).

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This qualification is made up of 6 units assessed through assignments. There are no external exams included in this qualification however all units must be passed to progress.

Entry requirements

You will need 4 GCSE�s at grade 3 or above. However, if you have a keen interest in the subject and commitment to succeed, your entry requirements will be discussed at your course discussion appointment.

Your next steps...

If you are successful on this course you will have the opportunity to progress onto our more in depth Level 2 qualification. This provides learning upto age 12 years and involves a more substantial placement experience in nurseries and schools.

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