Free Level 2 Neuroscience in Early Years Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll explore how children's brains develop from birth to age seven, including why the first three years are so significant. You'll build core knowledge in neuroscience in early years and learn how to support self-regulation in young children. This free neuroscience in early years course for adults is fully funded for eligible learners aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
Our Neuroscience in Early Years free online course will introduce you to brain development and functions in children aged from birth to seven years. Gain an understanding of children’s neurological development from birth to seven years olds, as 90% of brain growth occurs in children before the age of 3. It will provide you with an understanding of the studies and core knowledge in neuroscience in early years. You will gain an understanding of self-regulation and how to nurture this in children from birth to seven years to help children stay calm, attentive, and able to deal with their emotions.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand how the brain develops in children from birth to seven years.
You'll explore why 90% of brain growth happens before age three and what this means in practice.
You'll learn the core studies and knowledge that underpin neuroscience in early years.
You'll understand neurological development and how it shapes children's behaviour and learning.
You'll learn how to recognise and nurture self-regulation in young children.
You'll gain knowledge you can apply directly in nursery and early years settings.
How you will learn
The course is delivered fully online. You'll study through written materials and structured learning activities at your own pace. Assessment is based on written tasks that test your understanding of child brain development and neuroscience in early years. You submit your work online, and a tutor will mark and give feedback on your assignments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CT Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: support children's development in a nursery setting.
Early years educator: plan and deliver activities for under-fives.
Nursery nurse: care for and educate young children day to day.
Childcare worker: work in a range of childcare and play settings.
Teaching assistant (early years): support children in Reception and Key Stage 1.
Family support worker: help families understand and support child development.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education (Cache or equivalent): deepens your knowledge and moves you toward qualified early years educator status.
Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma: the qualification recognised in statutory nursery staffing ratios. Needed to work as a qualified practitioner in most nursery settings.
Level 3 Award in Special Educational Needs (SEN): useful if you want to support children with additional needs in early years settings.
