NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate
Introducing Caring For Children And Young People
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to begin a career in early years education especially if you have little or no experience working with children.
This qualification gives you a strong foundation in child development, health and safety, safeguarding, positive behaviour support, and the role of play in learning. Designed to build both confidence and practical understanding, it prepares you for entry-level roles in nurseries and preschools, while also creating a clear pathway to progress to CACHE Level 3.
Accredited and industry-recognised, CACHE Level 2 is your first step towards a rewarding and meaningful career in childcare.
Awarding Bodies
KHDA and NCFE
Mode
Live Online
Ideal For
Beginners
NCFE Cache Level 2
- REF: 600/0336/4
- Level : Cache Level 2
- Minimum Entry Age : 18
- Course Duration : 3-6 Months
- Guided Learning Hours : 117
- Total Qualification Time : 160
- Credit Value : 16
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and
Young People (600/0336/4) is an introductory qualification for learners who
want to begin their journey in early years/childcare. It covers knowledge from
three main areas: childcare and education, babysitting and parenting
responsibilities, helping learners understand what caring roles involve and
whether this career pathway suits them.
Skills Developed:
- Child development and age-appropriate care
- Safe supervision and safeguarding awareness
- Health, hygiene, nutrition and wellbeing
- Supporting learning through play
- Positive communication with children and families
- Inclusion, diversity and children’s rights
- Understanding parenting and babysitting responsibilities
- Professional behaviour, reflection and basic research skills
- Unit CFC9 Respecting and Valuing Children
- Unit CL2A1 The Value of Play to Young Children
- Unit CL2A2 Young Children’s Development
- Unit CL2A9 Importance of Play for Early Learning
- Unit TDA22 Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People
Assessment Methods Include:
- Written assignments/tasks
- Case studies, leaflets/posters, charts/diagrams
- Reflective tasks and tutor-led assessment activities
Learning Progression Path:
Progression to Level 3 qualifications in Early Years, Childcare, Education or related fields, including Level 3 Diplomas or Certificates, Specialise as an Early Years Educator,
Teaching Assistant
SEND support professional.
Career Path:
- Nursery Assistant
- Classroom Support
- Daycare Assistant
- Nanny
This Program Includes
CACHE Level 2 certification
Comprehensive Curriculum
Expert Guidance and Support
Hands-on Learning Opportunities
CACHE Level
2 certification
Comprehensive
Curriculum
Expert
Guidance and
Support
Hands-on
Learning
Opportunities
Entry Requirements
Before enrolling in the NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate, please ensure you meet the following:
- Minimum 14+ years of age
- Completed high school (minimum qualification required)
- No prior childcare qualification required
- Basic English reading or writing recommended
- Basic computer skills able to browse the internet, send emails, and complete online assignments
- Access to a laptop and stable internet connection
Who Should Take This Program
Teaching Assistant
Job seekers
Shadow Teacher
Resource Room Teacher
Teaching
Assistant
Job
seekers
Shadow
Teacher
Resource Room
Teacher
Learning
Support
Assistant
Teacher Aide
Professional
working with
children
Caregiver
Learning Support Assistant
Teacher Aide
Professional working with children
Caregiver
Frequently Asked Questions
NCFE CACHE is a leading UK awarding organisation for Early Years and childcare qualifications. Recognised globally, it is considered the gold standard for courses such as CACHE Level 2 and Level 3 in Early Years Education.
Yes. It can provide a pathway to advanced early years qualifications or higher education studies.
NCFE CACHE qualifications are internationally recognised and accepted in over 190 countries worldwide. This global recognition makes a CACHE certification highly valued for careers in early years education and childcare across different countries and education systems.
No. The NCFE CACHE Level 2 is designed for beginners and does not require prior childcare experience.
This NCFE CACHE Level 2 childcare online course introduces the fundamentals of early years education, including child development, safeguarding, health and safety, and supporting play and learning.