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Free Level 2 Early Years Neuroscience Course Online – Professional Training Solutions

CostFREE
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Neuroscience in Early Years Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. It covers how the brain develops in babies and children from birth to age seven, giving you a grounding in child development and neuroscience. No prior experience or qualifications are needed. The course typically takes 8 weeks. It's a strong starting point if you're moving into nursery or early years work, and it counts toward a broader picture of child development knowledge.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners aged 16+ who are interested in working in the early years sector. It provides an introduction to how the brain develops in babies and children from birth to age seven. It is suitable for those new to early years education or those already working with children who want to develop their knowledge of child development and neuroscience.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Learners must be aged 16 or over. No previous experience of working in an early years setting is required, making this an ideal introductory course for those interested in early years education and child development.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how the brain develops from birth to age seven.
  • You'll explore how early experiences shape children's cognitive and emotional development.
  • You'll learn how neuroscience connects to everyday practice in early years settings.
  • You'll examine the role of relationships, play, and environment in brain development.
  • You'll build knowledge of key developmental stages in babies and young children.

How you will learn

You'll study using high-quality knowledge workbooks and complete a portfolio of evidence covering the learning outcomes for each unit. Assessment is portfolio-based, so you gather and present evidence as you progress through the course. Everything is completed online. NCFE issues an e-certificate on achievement.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Professional Training Solutions will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner: support children's learning and development in a nursery setting.
  • Early years educator: work with children from birth to five in a range of settings.
  • Nursery assistant: assist qualified staff in day-to-day childcare and activities.
  • Childminder: provide home-based childcare, often self-employed.
  • Teaching assistant (early years): support reception or Key Stage 1 classes in school.
  • Play worker: lead play-based activities in after-school or holiday clubs.

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 3 Award or Certificate in Childcare and Education, which takes you closer to the qualifications recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios. You could also look at a Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator, the main route into qualified early years educator roles. If child development interests you more broadly, a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care is another option.

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