Level 2 Course in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

Children have a right to a safe and fulfilling development, however, there are a number of risks which can negatively impact their lives. Learn about the protection and wellbeing of children and young people on this level 2 course.

Course Overview

It's essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care. This involves being aware of the potential risks they may face, such as abuse, exploitation, and unhealthy habits. Our course equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect children from these dangers, including accident prevention and fire safety measures.You will also learn about key aspects of parenting, such as parental rights and responsibilities, and promoting a healthy lifestyle for children.

What you'll learn

This course is made up of four units:

Caring for Young Children in a Babysitting Environment
Accident Prevention and Fire Safety When Babysitting
Rights and Responsibilities in Relation to Parenting
Parenting and Healthy Lifestyles

This course is well suited to a career in social work, youth work or foster care.

Eligibility Criteria

This course is government funded, you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

You must currently live in England
You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
You must be over the age of 19
You must not be on an apprenticeship

There is a £125 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.

Is This Course Free?

This course is funded by the government's Adult Education Budget, which means you may be able to study for free.

Fully Accredited Course

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

How Long Is The Course?

The duration of this course is seven weeks.

We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

Progression Opportunities

This course would be important for job roles such as: School Business Manager (£25,000 to £55,000) Business Analyst (£30,000 to £70,000) Horticultural Manager (£18,000 to £40,000)