Childrens Care Learning & Development | P00062-AE | Course

Entry Year

08/09/2025

Location

Millfield

Duration

1 Year (Part-Time)

Course Code

P00062-AE

Overview

Level 2Childrens Care Learning & Development

Millfield

Part-Time

Further Education

Start Date: 08/09/2025

End Date: 21/06/2026

Qualifications

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Children's Care Learning and Development (Northern Ireland) (603/5089/1)
Day of week: Wednesday
Times: 18:00 - 21:00

Overview

Unlock Your Career in Early Years and Childcare - Part-Time Edition!

Duration: One Year Part Time

Online tutorials and placement tutorial will be timetabled during the week.

Are you passionate about the early development of children but need a more flexible learning option? Our Part-Time course is tailored just for you! Designed for those with a mature approach to learning, this course offers a gateway to a rewarding career in the Early Years and Childcare Sector.

Commitment-Friendly Schedule: Classes are conveniently scheduled every Wednesday, starting at 4 pm. We understand the importance of flexibility in your life, making it easier for you to pursue your dreams while balancing other commitments.

Roles You Can Pursue:

Early Years Assistant
Childminder
Nursery Nurse
Sure Start Assistant
Family Support Worker
Playgroup Assistant

What Will You Learn? Delve into the enchanting world of child development (0-12 years) and acquire practical and technical skills necessary for success in the Early Years and Childcare Sector. Our part-time course covers all aspects of child development, health and safety, play, and early learning.

Part-Time Course Highlights:

Flexible Schedule: Attend classes every Wednesday, starting at 4 pm, accommodating your lifestyle.
Hands-On Learning: Accumulate at least 350 placement hours by participating in a placement at least 2 days per week. Apply your knowledge in real-world childcare settings. This could also be achieved through relevant employment.
Career Progression: Unlock opportunities and create a pathway to City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Children’s, Care Learning and Development (Northern Ireland).

Apprenticeship Option: This course is also available as an All Age Apprenticeship! If you are currently employed in the Childcare sector and interested in pursuing this option, let us know. We will support you in discussing this with your employer, providing a seamless path for career advancement. Apprentices will be required to complete additional qualifications as outlined in the Northern Ireland Apprenticeship framework.

Network, Learn, Grow: Engage with a diverse community of learners from various settings! Embrace the classroom-based approach to discuss the latest trends, share best practices, and navigate current issues. Elevate your learning experience through networking and peer relationships, gaining insights that go beyond the textbooks.

Embark on Your Career Journey - Part-Time Style! Uncover the richness of early childhood alongside fellow learners. Join our vibrant community, where learning is not just educational but also a collaborative adventure.

Apply Now and Ignite Your Passion for Early Years and Childcare - Part-Time Edition!

Advice

Pre-Entry Advice

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Please also click the links below to watch our Childhood Studies videos, these include comments from learners.

Requirements

Requirements are pre-defined by the College’s admissions criteria, which can be found by visiting our entry criteria page here to find out the standard entry criteria.
Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol, e.g. exam certificates.
Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.
All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.
Enrolment on this course will be conditional upon satisfactory and timely completion of an ACCESS NI Criminal Records check and Social Services check
The AccessNI check will be carried out in accordance with the AccessNI Code of Practice which can be found here. A copy of this can be made available upon request

Enhanced Criteria

Preference will be given to those with Level 1 English and Maths (GCSE grade D-G)

It is recommended that learners are employed in the childcare sector however placements can be arranged but learners must be available to attend placement at least 2.5 days per week.

Please note:

Belfast Met actively promotes equality of opportunity and welcomes enrolments from a wide range of applicants and students, including those with criminal convictions. However, in order for the College to manage any risk that you may pose, you must tell us about any unspent criminal convictions you may have. For certain courses, you must disclose all criminal convictions.

To tell us about your convictions, please complete either a Criminal Offence(s) Disclosure Form or an Enhanced Criminal Offence(s) Disclosure Form

Both forms are available on the Student Criminal Disclosures page of our website Student Criminal Disclosures (belfastmet.ac.uk)

Fees

Fees:
Academic period 2025:
FE Tuition Fee = £545.00 (Concessionary = £327.00)
Examination / Registration Fee = £135.00

Fees are payable annually.

Assessment

You will be assisted in building a portfolio of evidence and your practical skills will be assessed both in class and in an early years setting by a visiting assessor.

Made for More

Careers

The Level 2 Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development is an equivalent to 4 GCSEs A*-C

Successful students, if deemed suitable, can progress to further study at Level 3 or seek employment in a Level 2 position in the Early Years, Childcare and Education sectors.

Employment in the sector may lead to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or similar.

Options for further Level 3 study within Early Years, Childcare and Education include:

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

Level 3 Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Successful completion of Level 3 qualifications can lead to progression onto higher educations courses including university.