SGS College are pleased to share details of their new courses launching in September 2026 in response to demand for more lower-level progressions pathways for 16-18 year olds.
- Level 2 Early Years L2 Diploma Early Years Practitioner
If you enjoy working with young children and want to make a difference in their early development, this course is a great first step. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to support babies and young children from birth to 7 years, with a strong focus on ages 0–5.
About the course
This course prepares you for a rewarding career in childcare and gives you the confidence to progress into further study or employment.
Course content
You’ll explore a wide range of topics designed to help you understand and support children’s growth and development, including:
- Child development and learning from birth to 7 years
- Safeguarding and child protection
- Health, safety and well-being in early years settings
- Supporting play, learning and development
- Working effectively with children, families and colleagues
Practical skills are a big part of this course, and you’ll have the chance to apply what you learn during your placement in an Early Years setting.
As part of our committment to providing opportunties for learners to continue to develop and practice both their literacy and numeracy skills, oppportunities to use different skills and techniques in both English and maths will be provided in sessions.
Learners will also resit their GCSE Maths within this study programme, and English skills will be embedded throughout the Transition learning outcomes.
To join the course, you will need five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including Maths and English. At least one of maths or English must be at grade 4.
You will also need to provide a reference from an Early Years setting confirming your suitability and potential to work with children.
In addition, you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. The college will send you a link with instructions on how to apply.
- Level 1 Digital Skills L1 Introduction in Digital
About the course
If you want to build practical digital skills and gain confidence using technology, this Level 1 Introductory IT programme is the perfect starting point. It gives you hands-on experience with digital devices and software while helping you develop personal, social, and IT-specific skills to progress into further study or employment.
Course content
You’ll learn through practical tasks that give you real experience with IT in action. Throughout the course, you will:
- Complete core units such as Being Organised, Developing a Personal Progression Plan, Working with Others, and Researching a Topic
- Explore IT sector units, including using digital devices, working with basic software tools, creating simple digital products, and understanding safe and effective digital practices
- Develop transferable skills such as communication, problem-solving, and teamwork through applied digital tasks
Learning is hands-on and designed to prepare you for real-world IT scenarios, while also supporting your personal and study skills development.
