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Learn how to support young children with their mental health

Attachments and adverse childhood experiences can impact the mental health of young children. This course looks at the factors which may impact well-being of children from birth to five years old, and how mental health and well-being should be supported in early years provision. 

Whether you work in an early years setting, or have a keen interest in supporting young children with their mental health, it's crucial to acknowledge the importance of a child's emotional well-being. This course covers the statutory requirements that are needed in early years settings, including the vital role of key workers in supporting children.

 

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This course has three units:
    • The importance of communication and project management in coding
    • Mental health for young children in the early years
    • The significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years
    • The role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years

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We call our online courses 'flexible' learning as they're designed to fit around your other commitments. You'll get access to our online learning platform where you'll work through your assessments with support from a subject specialist tutor.

The duration of this course is 7 weeks.

We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

This course is funded via the Government's 'Adult Skills Fund' which means you may be able to study for free. Eligibility criteria for funding can be found below. If you are not eligible for funding, you can still purchase the course by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading awarding organisation, with over 170 experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

This course would be important for job roles such as:

    • Teaching Assistant (£11,500 to £23,000)
    • Nursery Worker (14,000 to £24,000)
    • Learning Mentor (£14,500 to £25,000)

Eligibility Criteria

There is Government Funding available for this course as part of the 'Adult Skills Fund'

You must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

  • You must currently live in England    
  • You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study    
  • You must be over the age of 19   
  • You must not be on an apprenticeship

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If you enrol onto this course but fail to complete, please be aware there is a £125 administration charge. 

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Purchase this course with flexible payment options available. 

£245.00

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17% children will develop a mental health issue by age 16
5.5% 2-4 year olds may have a mental illness
70% autistic children have a co-occuring mental health problem
75% children in care have a diagnosable mental health problem

Studying made simple!

We don't like to make things more complicated than they need to be... Our courses are designed to be flexible around your work and family life. 

Step 1

Submit your enrolment form

You'll get instant access to the platform where you'll need to complete a short induction and some maths and English initial assessments, before beginning your course.

Don't worry! We know some people find Maths and English daunting - there's no exams and it allows us to offer you any additional support! 

Step 2

We'll start processing your funding application

A tutor will be assigned to support you through your course, they can be contacted via phone, text or email

Our enrolments team may be in touch if they need more information about your funding application.

Step 3

You'll receive text reminders when your work is due

Your work will be marked by your Tutor and returned to you within 7 days.

Step 4

Submit your work

Once you've finished your course, we'll apply for your certificate. This will be posted to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.

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If you'd like to enrol, we'd love to welcome you on a course with us! 

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