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The children & young people’s workforce intermediate level 2 apprenticeship offers a combination of qualifications that will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to work in the childcare industry and is ideal for your first role.

You will learn how to provide effective care and contribute to the social development and practical skills of children and young people.

During your training, you will learn under the supervision of experienced childcare practitioners.

What is included in the apprenticeship?

Diploma for the children and young people’s workforce – level 2
Functional skills – Maths level 1
Functional skills – English level 1
Functional skills – ICT level 1
Employment rights and responsibilities

Who’s it suitable for?

Childcare workers in a variety of settings which could include: early learning centre, pre-school, nursery or crèche, social care setting with children aged 0-19 years, youth/community setting.

How long does it take?

12 months

Early years educator – level 3

This apprenticeship will develop your skills and knowledge whilst you increase your work experience as either a nursery manager, crèche supervisor or supervising others in the early years childcare sector, and advance into a supervisory or management position.

As a higher level apprentice you will be working within childcare at a level where you will either be working on your own or supervising others.

You will be placed in a position where you will be able to demonstrate your prior experience in this sector and can demonstrate the competencies required at this level.

What’s included in the apprenticeship?

Diploma for the early years practitioner (early years educator) level 3
Functional skills – Maths level 2
Functional skills – English level 2
Functional skills – ICT level 2
Employment rights and responsibilities

Who’s it suitable for?

Childcare workers in a variety of settings which could include: early learning centre, pre-school, nursery or crèche, social care setting with children aged 0-19 years, youth/community setting.

How long does it take?

18 months

This qualification is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people from birth to 19 years. It covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas and is spilt into two pathways:

•Social Care
•Learning, Development and Support Services

What’s included in the apprenticeship?

Diploma for the children and young people’s workforce: social care pathway (England) level 3
Functional skills – Maths level 2
Functional skills – English level 2
Functional skills – ICT level 2
Employment rights and responsibilities

Who’s it suitable for?

Childcare workers in a variety of settings which could include: social care setting with children aged 0-19 years, youth/community setting

How long does it take?

18 months

Working with children, young people and families, including carers, to achieve positive and sustainable change in their lives.

You will demonstrate a passion to care for and about children, young people and families. You will be skilled in recognising and assessing the complex needs that children, young people and families often present. You will agree with the child, young person or family any specific interventions or referrals. Your approach will be one of respectful curiosity that challenges and supports children, young people and families to achieve their potential and stay safe. You will work alongside other professionals and organisations to share the responsibility for improving outcomes. Each piece of work with a child or family will be different and you will exercise judgement on a range of evidence-based approaches to inform your practice.

What’s included in the apprenticeship?

Children , young people & family practitioner standards
Diploma for residential childcare level 4
Functional skills – Maths level 2
Functional skills – English level 2
End point assessment

How long does it take?

14 months

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Your childcare apprenticeship questions answered

Click below for answers to some frequently asked questions. If you have any other queries, please contact us using the form at the bottom of the page.

How will I be assessed?

You will study a variety of mandatory and optional units which will reflect your workplace practice. Your Assessor will use a wide range of assessment methods in order to collect evidence for your portfolio to demonstrate your knowledge and competency. Assessment will be ongoing throughout your qualification and will include observations, online tests, written questions and professional discussions.

How will the qualifications be achieved?

The Dental Nursing framework comprises of a range of mandatory and optional units. Learners will be supported by a dedicated Assessor throughout their qualification, together with Tutors for the Essential Skills qualifications. The framework will be delivered via monthly workshops, online tests, workplace visits and remote learning sessions and a portfolio of evidence collected via our e-portfolio system, Smart Assessor.

What can I do next?

There is a wide range of job roles for people within oral health care settings including dental nurse, dental hygienist and dental technician. You can also progress on to further continuous professional development qualifications upon successful completion of your framework.

What qualifications will I achieve?

On completion of your framework, you will achieve your Diploma, Level 3 Award in Employment and Personal Learning Skills in Health and two Essential Skills in Application of Number and Communications.

What support will I get from my tutors?

Once you have registered with us, you will be given access to our e-portfolio system called Smart Assessor. Smart Assessor will contain all the resources you need to help you complete your framework. You will also be supported by a dedicated Assessor and Essential Skills Tutors who will deliver your framework via monthly workshops, workplace visits and remote learning sessions

Who is the apprenticeship aimed at?

The Dental Nursing apprenticeship is designed for people working in oral healthcare settings. The apprenticeships are work-based qualifications, so learners will need to be in an appropriate oral healthcare setting where they will be assessed and develop their portfolio of evidence.

Why choose us

We can help you to choose a training course that is right for you and we will help you to develop the skills and experience you need before moving on to a full apprenticeship, employment or further training.

Testimonials

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Josh Klein

Monmouthshire Youth Service – Learner

“Our experience with Aspiration Training has been a really positive one. Our assessor supported and challenged us throughout the apprenticeship, and empowered us to successfully achieve our qualifications within the allocated timescale.“

Dani Noquet

Reach Learning Disabilities – Employer

“We have found the support and guidance that Aspiration Training provide to be first class. The service is professional and seamless from sign up to completion”