Cost:
If you wish to apply via the button below, no payment or commitment will be required at this point (we’ll get in touch about payment details).
Course description:
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to understand mental health in young children in the early years (from birth to 5 years old) and the role of the Early Years Practitioner to support children’s mental health and wellbeing. By completing the qualification, learners will develop knowledge which would support progression to further qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care or education sectors.
Who is the course suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to progress to further qualifications or relevant employment in the health and social care or education sectors.
Entry requirements:
You do not need to have any formal qualifications in order to follow this course, but you will need to demonstrate commitment and motivation to work through the specially prepared distance-learning materials.
How is the course delivered?
Learners work through the course materials for the programme through distance learning, therefore, there is no need to attend the college to gain the qualification. The course is delivered using different methods to meet the learning objectives.
Course content:
There are 3 mandatory units.
– Understand mental health for young children in the early years
– Understand the significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years
– Understand the role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years
Progression opportunities:
The qualification aims to provide a sound preparation for further study and access to a range of vocational qualifications, including level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools & Colleges, Supporting Teaching & Learning, Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning, Award in Education and Training & Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
Course Number (please note for application form): N3UWW
