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Free Level 2 Early Years Neuroscience Course in Peterborough

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Neuroscience in Early Years Course in Peterborough. Classes run at LMP Education Peterborough, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You study how the brain develops in young children and how that knowledge shapes early childhood education. The course covers neurological development and how neuroscience principles apply in early years settings. It typically takes 2 months, with flexible daytime attendance to fit around your life. You need to be 19 or older and live in a fundable area of England.

Who this course is for

This course is tailored for individuals keen to delves into the field of Neuroscience in Early Years, providing comprehensive insights into the neurological development of young children. Through remote learning model, learners will gain a deeper understanding of how neuroscience principles apply to early childhood education and development.

Entry requirements

19 and older, must live in fundable area.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the brain develops during the early years of a child's life.
  • You'll understand key neuroscience principles and how they apply to early childhood education.
  • You'll examine how neurological development affects children's learning and behaviour.
  • You'll identify how early experiences shape brain development in young children.
  • You'll apply neuroscience insights to support children's development in early years settings.

How you will learn

Learning is blended: you complete online study in your own time and attend sessions at LMP Education Peterborough during the day. Assessment is through written tasks and coursework that you complete as you progress through the course. There are no formal exams. Your work is assessed against the NCFE qualification criteria.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. LMP Education Peterborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery Practitioner: support children's learning and development in nursery settings.
  • Early Years Educator: work in nurseries, pre-schools, or children's centres.
  • Nursery Assistant: assist qualified staff with day-to-day childcare.
  • Childcare Worker: provide care and learning support for young children.
  • Teaching Assistant (Early Years): support children in Reception and Key Stage 1 classes.

What you could study next

A natural next step is the Level 3 Award or Certificate in Early Years Education, which counts toward statutory staffing ratios in nursery settings. You could also progress to a Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator, the qualification recognised for senior practitioner roles. If you want to deepen your understanding of child development further, a Level 3 Award in Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Early Years is worth exploring.

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