Teaching & Entertaining Pre School Children Level 2 Course

Level: 2


Whether you are an acting childcare practitioner or simply a loving parent, this course could be right for you. It will give you valuable help and advice on a range of activities designed to entertain children under the age of five. It’s fascinating but true that children learn more in their first few years than at any other time in their lives. That’s why it is vital that the adults around them learn how to provide them with the opportunities and resources that feed their vivid imagination.

Course summary

ExamsHombased Assessment Paper
Pre RequisitesNone
Duration70 Hours- Max One Year
ModulesEight
SupportEmail or Post
FormatPaper
AccreditationNCFE

Section 1: The stages of development

  • Physical
  • Intellectual
  • Language
  • Emotional
  • Social
  • Factors which affect growth and development

Section 2: Observation and assessment of children

  • Types of observation
  • Methods of observation

Section 3: Supporting children

  • Gifted children
  • Talented children
  • Exploring the senses

Section 4: Early numeracy

  • Shape and size
  • Measurements
  • Money
  • Time

Section 5: Early literacy

  • Language and communication
  • Linking sounds and letters
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • English as an additional language

Section 6: Personal, social and emotional development

  • Forming relationships
  • Sense of community
  • Exploring cultures and religions
  • Equal Opportunities
  • Recognising and dealing with emotions
  • Growing independence
  • Facing up to fears
  • Self confidence and self esteem

Section 7: Physical development, intellectual development and creative development

  • Fresh air and exercise
  • Indoor physical play
  • Outdoor physical play
  • Knowledge and understanding of the world
  • Science and Technology
  • Cooking
  • Feeding the imagination
  • Painting, drawing, printing, collage and model making
  • Music
  • Role play

Section 8: Prompting safe play

  • Child rights and protection
  • Health and Safety
  • Dangers online
  • Television
  • Guns and toy weapons
  • Bullying

There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme.

This course is open to students of all ages and backgrounds. Enrolments can be taken at anytime of the year unlike the traditional local college who tend only to enrol in September. Home Learning offers true flexibility. Enrol today by calling us on 0121 2880181 and be studying within 7 days!

Level 2 Teaching & Entertaining Pre School Children Award
NCFE Childcare Level 3 Award
This is a fully accredited and recognised award. See our qualifications page for further details

Childcare course 

All students have one years to complete this course from date of registration. Students are welcome to complete this course as quickly as they want to.
On average this course is completed in 70 hours (5/6 months).  Extensions can be arranged if students do not complete within the year and charges will apply. We would ask you to contact our office on 0800 0131030 for latest extension fees if required.

We recommend that students complete 2-3 hours per week as a minimum to get the most from this course. Remember to work out a study plan / timetable before you start and try and stick to it.

Hrs per weekEstimated Completion
2 Hours7 months
3 Hours6 months
4 Hours5 Months
5 Hours4 Months
6 Hours3 Months
10 hours2 Months
This course is issued in paper format.

Your course materials will be delivered to you at the specified address within 7 days of enrolment. International students should allow up to 21 days for delivery.~

All students on this course will be registered to a personal tutor who is contactable via email or post. We also have a team of dedicated advisors to help and advise with any course related queries. The tutors role is to help and support students for the entire duration of their studies. Please remember our tutors are here to help. Never be embarrassed to ask for help.

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. This course consists of eight modules overall. Students will be required to submit assignments after each module proving their understanding of the subject covered. These assignments normally take between 1-2 hours to complete. A grade and report will be issued on your progress with any suggestions for improvement if necessary.

Q: When can I enrol?

The beauty of distance learning means that students can enrol at anytime they wish 365 days of the year. Enrolments and payment can be made online or by calling our office on 0121 2880181.

Q: How soon after enrolment can I start studying?

Students would normally receive their course materials within seven days of enrolment. Materials for this course are posted out via courier.

Q: Is this course accredited?

Yes! This course is accredited by NCFE. See our qualifications page for full details.

Q: Is there any funding available towards the course fees?

UK Open College is a privately run college therefore we do not have access to funding

Q: Do you offer any discounts for the unemployed or low income households?

Unfortunately discounts are not available

Q: Can I pay monthly for my course?

Yes! We do offer payment plans for this course to students resident in the UK only.  See fees page for further details.

Q: How do I know whether this is the right course for me?

In truth we cannot be sure if this course or indeed home learning will meet every students needs. To help we have a money back guarantee scheme in place which allows students to receive and try the course materials for seven days to establish whether this course is the ideal course for them. If it's not simply notify us via email or telephone within the seven day period for a full refund. Please be aware this is a strict seven day scheme and no refunds are processed once this period has expired.

Q: Is this course available to International students?

Yes ! We currently have students all over the world studying with the college. Additional charges for delivery of paper course materials will apply if required.

Q: Are there any deadlines for course assignments?

No! You can submit course assignments at your own pace. The only deadline is for completion of the whole course which requires students to finish within one years of registration.

Q: What if I have questions relating to my course or have problems understanding some of the questions?

No problem! All students have access to a personal tutor for the duration of their course with whom they may correspond with. You are not on your own when you study with us! We really do want you to pass your course!

Q: Will I have to purchase any additional books or materials?

It will state clearly in the course detail if additional books are required. These are not included in the course fees. Students are required to purchase these independantly. They are not provided by the college.

If you require any further information on this course then please call our administration team on 0121 288 0181 and we will be happy to help you as much as we can. Alternatively complete the information request form below and one of our friendly advisors will contact you.


Information Request

Course Fee: Starting at: £329.00

UK Student can choose to pay their course fees in full upon enrolment or take out a pay as you study plan as follows.

Enrolment Fee£129.00
5 x  Monthly payments£50.00
Total Fees Payable£379.00
  
Pay in full and Save £50.00

Call our office on 0121 2880181 for guaranteed acceptance onto our pay as you study plan* (Applies to UK Students only) 

MOD Personnel can claim a 10% Reduction on fees when paying in full by quoting BFPO10 when contacting us. Proof will be required.

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