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Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years – Level 2

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Courses Code
QD2LCMHEY
Study method
Part Time
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Online Learning
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  • Is this course for you?

    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.

    The early years of childhood are critical for development. Learning the significance of attachment and adverse experiences during this time is important to understand children’s mental health.

    Children can be exposed to several traumatic experiences throughout their early years which can impact their mental health – and these experiences can contribute to mental health concerns in later life.

    Whether you are looking to begin work with young children, or you work with children in your current role, having a solid grasp on the importance of a child’s emotional wellbeing is vital.

    Learners must be aged 19 or above on 31st August of the current academic year.

  • Required qualifications

    There are no formal entry requirements, however, a good level of literacy is required in order to complete these qualifications – reading, writing and comprehension, as these are knowledge-based qualifications. You need to be able to understand what you have read within the learning materials and answer the assessment questions in your own words and in full sentences.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This qualification consists of 3 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

  • Careers

    Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development.

    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.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and maths is not formally assessed as part of your course.

  • Other important information

    Our distance learning courses are an ideal opportunity to enhance your career prospects. You will receive all the necessary materials to complete the course in the comfort of your own home.

    You will be given 1:1 support as you work your way through each of the unit from subject specific professionals

  • Is this course for you?

    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.

    The early years of childhood are critical for development. Learning the significance of attachment and adverse experiences during this time is important to understand children’s mental health.

    Children can be exposed to several traumatic experiences throughout their early years which can impact their mental health – and these experiences can contribute to mental health concerns in later life.

    Whether you are looking to begin work with young children, or you work with children in your current role, having a solid grasp on the importance of a child’s emotional wellbeing is vital.

    Learners must be aged 19 or above on 31st August of the current academic year.

  • Required qualifications

    There are no formal entry requirements, however, a good level of literacy is required in order to complete these qualifications – reading, writing and comprehension, as these are knowledge-based qualifications. You need to be able to understand what you have read within the learning materials and answer the assessment questions in your own words and in full sentences.

  • What skills will I develop?

    This qualification consists of 3 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

  • Careers

    Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development.

    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.

  • English and maths

    You should have a good level of English to complete the course. However, English and maths is not formally assessed as part of your course.

  • Other important information

    Our distance learning courses are an ideal opportunity to enhance your career prospects. You will receive all the necessary materials to complete the course in the comfort of your own home.

    You will be given 1:1 support as you work your way through each of the unit from subject specific professionals

Testimonials

Kate Westwood Tutor

"My personal motivation for educating others is that I genuinely care for the learning development and wellbeing of others, and it gives me a sense of satisfaction. I want to be able to make a positive learning experience and share my own experiences with others"

Kate Westwood

Tutor

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years

    Online Learning

    Start Date: Start Any Time

    Code: QXD2LCMHEY

    Part Time: 12 Weeks

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