CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Children's Care, Learning and Development


Who is the qualification aimed at?

People who wish to work in a supervised role in settings or services whose main purpose is children's care, learning and development or people undertaking an early years apprenticeship programme.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements but learners must be at least 14 years of age.

What does the qualification cover?

As a technical certificate, it covers the underpinning knowledge, values and principles for the National Occupational Standards in Children's Care Learning and Development at Level 2.

What age range is covered?

Birth to 16 years of age.

How is it assessed?

One multiple choice question paper and three internally marked assignments.

Are practical placements required?

No.

How long does the qualification take to complete?

360 hours. This includes 180 hours in supervised study, 30 hours in self directed learning, plus the practical placement hours.

Which job roles are learners qualified to undertake on completion of this qualification?

Taken on its own this qualification does not qualify learners to practice in the workplace.

What related qualifications can learners progress to?

CACHE Level 2 NVQ in Children's Care Learning and Development.
Cache Level 3 Certficate in Children's Care, Learning and Development.

QCA accreditation number: 100/5616/6

CACHE NVQ Level 2 in Children's Care, Learning and Development (NVQCCLD-L2)
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education (DCE-L3)