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Free Level 2 Adverse Childhood Experiences Course Online – Learning Curve Courses

CostFREE
Duration7 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. Over 7 weeks, you'll explore what adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are, how they affect children and young people, and how to respond appropriately in a professional context. The course is relevant to roles in early years, childcare, education, health, and social care.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for individuals who work with Children and Young people and want to develop their understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what adverse childhood experiences are and how they are defined.
  • You'll explore the impact ACEs can have on children's development, behaviour, and long-term health.
  • You'll learn how trauma affects the brain and nervous system in children and young people.
  • You'll identify signs that a child or young person may have experienced adversity.
  • You'll develop knowledge of trauma-informed approaches used in professional practice.
  • You'll understand the role of protective factors in reducing the impact of ACEs.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding responsibilities in relation to children who have experienced adversity.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments or knowledge-based questions completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. Learning Curve Courses will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learning Curve Courses will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: support pupils affected by trauma in school settings.
  • Early years practitioner: apply trauma-aware approaches in nursery or pre-school.
  • Family support worker: help families where children have experienced adversity.
  • Foster carer or support worker: understand the backgrounds of children in care.
  • School counsellor or pastoral lead: identify and respond to signs of trauma.
  • Children's residential care worker: work with young people in residential settings.
  • Social care assistant: support children and families in community or statutory roles.

What you could study next

Once you hold the Level 2 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences Qualification, you could move on to a Level 3 Award or Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent, a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, or a Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care. These qualifications build on your knowledge of child welfare and open doors to senior or specialist roles working with children and families.

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