Start a rewarding career working with children this New Year

Education is among the sectors with the highest levels of employment in Bury. Our range of adult childcare courses will develop your skills, knowledge, and experience for a rewarding career in childcare and supporting teaching and learning.

Here's our list of childcare and teaching courses starting in 2025.

Early Years students

Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Diploma

This is an ideal course for those looking to work with children between birth and 5 years, and also gain knowledge of working with children up to 7 years.

View the full details of our Early Practitioner Level 2 Diploma

Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 Certificate

You will start to learn the knowledge and skills needed to work directly with children and young people in school and college environments.

View the full details of our Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 Certificate

Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3 Diploma

You will develop an in-depth understanding of what skills are needed to work directly with children and young people in school and college environments.

View the full details of our Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3 Diploma

Develop additional skills

Introduction to Autistic Spectrum Condition Level 1 Award

This course will help you develop an understanding of Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and the behaviours associated with this condition. You will also gain practical skills to support individuals on the autistic spectrum.

View the full details of our Introduction to Autistic Spectrum Condition Level 1 Award

Forest School Level 2 Award

During this course, you will plan and deliver three consecutive forest school sessions and observe a participant during these sessions. As part of this course, you will gain practical skills and theory.

View the full details of our Forest School Level 2 Award

Students working on a group project

Take the first steps towards a career in childcare and apply now

If you feel one of our Childcare and Early Years adult courses can support your progression into a rewarding career within childcare, apply for one of our courses today by clicking the button below.

Childcare and Early Years Adult Student Case Studies

Annabelle Wellon - Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 Certificate

"I've already completed Forest School Level 2 and I am 99% sure I will be doing my Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3 too."

"The course is thorough and enjoyable and I feel I will be ready to become a successful teaching assistant once qualified!"

Helen Hill - Forest School Level 2 Award

"I'm a primary school teacher with a passion for everything outdoors! This course has allowed me to develop hands-on skills to develop outdoor learning activities with my class."

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