NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People's Workforce (England)
Ref:
601/3395/8
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Children and Young People
Registration & certification fee:
£115.50
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
261
TQT:
350
Credit value:
35
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From the 1 September 2019 this qualification is no longer counted as full and relevant and will not allow learners to count in the child/staff ratios in an Early Years Setting. This is not applied retrospectively, it is only for new registrations, so any learners currently on programme will still count in the ratios once certificated.
If you wish your learners to count in the ratios then please register them on the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.
What does the qualification cover?
This qualification is designed to help learners build the knowledge and skills needed when working under supervision with children and young people from birth to 19 years of age. It covers a diverse range of job roles and occupational areas working in children’s settings including early years and social care.
Who is it suitable for?
Anyone who wants to work, or has just started to work in the children and young people’s workforce.
What are the entry requirements?
You should be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.
How many credits are required to complete it?
The Certificate requires 35 credits.
How is it assessed?
It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task.
Do you need to be working to take the qualification?
Yes, you will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
How long does it take to complete?
You can usually complete it in a year or less.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
It provides a direct progression route to the Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce as they share a number of units.
You might also like to look at our suite of Early Years Educator qualifications. Learners completing an Early Years Educator qualification will have been trained to the highest of standards, equipping them with the best early years qualifications available. These are now the must-have qualifications for all those wanting to work at Level 3 with children from birth to five years of age, and will provide the full and relevant status of being an Early Years Educator.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this on the Funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
• Assistant Pre-school Workers
• Assistant in Children's Centres
• Assistant in Day Nurseries, Nursery Schools and Nursery Classes
Support materials
Qualification specification (PDF | 778 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOC | 1131 KB)
Optional units (PDF | 939 KB)
Optional units (Word) (DOC | 1078 KB)
Qualification factsheet (PDF | 119 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Unit breakdown
Maintain and Support Relationships With Children and Young People (D/601/7403)
Introduction to Communication in Health, Social Care or Children's and Young People's Settings (F/601/5465)
Child and Young Person Development (H/601/3305)
Contribute to the Support of Positive Environments for Children and Young People (H/601/3496)
Contribute to Children and Young People's Health and Safety (J/601/3491)
Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People (K/601/3323)
Introduction to Personal Development in Health, Social Care or Children's and Young People's Settings (L/601/5470)
Understand Partnership Working in Services for Children and Young People (M/601/3498)
Introduction to Equality and Inclusion in Health, Social Care or Children's and Young People's Settings (R/601/5471)
Support Children and Young People's Positive Behaviour (T/601/7407)
Contribute to the Support of Child and Young Person Development (Y/601/3236)
Support Children and Young People at Meal or Snack Times (A/601/6517)
Support Children and Young People's Health and Safety (D/601/1696)
Support Children and Young People With Disabilities and Special Educational Needs (D/601/6526)
Understand the Needs of Children and Young People Who Are Vulnerable and Experiencing Poverty and Disadvantage (F/600/9777)
Develop Positive Relationship With Children, Young People and Others Involved in Their Care (H/601/1697)
Introduction to Duty of Care in Health, Social Care or Children's and Young People's Settings (H/601/5474)
Working Together for the Benefit of Children and Young People (K/601/1698)
Understand Child and Young Person Development (L/601/1693)
Support the Creativity of Children and Young People (M/600/9807)
Understand How to Support Positive Outcomes for Children and Young People (M/601/1699)
Understand the Speech, Language and Communication Needs of Children and Young People With Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (K/617/9969)
Contribute to the Support of Children's Communication, Language and Literacy (M/601/3310)
Promote Child and Young Person Development (R/601/1694)
Support Children and Young People's Play and Leisure (T/601/6564)
Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People (Y/601/1695)
Contribute to the Support of Children's Creative Development (H/601/3336)