Free Level 2 Common Childhood Illnesses Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Common Illnesses Affecting Children Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. Over 15 weeks, you'll build knowledge of common childhood illnesses, how to spot when a baby or young child is unwell, and how to manage acute and chronic health conditions in an early years setting. You'll also learn how to create safe, healthy environments for babies and young children. You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access to take part.

Who this course is for

Increase your knowledge and understanding of common childhood illnesses, including how to provide a safe and healthy environment for babies and young children. Also learn how to recognise when a baby or child is unwell, and how to manage acute and chronic health conditions in an early years setting.

Whether you are an individual looking to upskill in this area or an employer looking to train your staff, this course will provide all the necessary skills in common childhood illnesses for those working in childcare settings.

When you click ‘Apply Now’ you will be taken to an external site, you may be required to search for this course using the navigation tools, once found you can click ‘Apply now’ and start your application.

Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify common illnesses that affect babies and young children.
  • You'll recognise the signs and symptoms that indicate a child is unwell.
  • You'll understand how to manage acute health conditions in an early years setting.
  • You'll understand how to support children with chronic health conditions.
  • You'll learn how to create and maintain a safe, healthy environment for young children.
  • You'll know when and how to seek appropriate help or medical advice.

How you will learn

This is an online course you study at your own pace. Before you start, you'll complete an English initial assessment to confirm this style of delivery suits you. Your learning is tutor-supported throughout. Assessment is based on the course materials and tasks completed online. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with a reliable internet connection. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supporting children's health and wellbeing in a nursery
  • Childminder: caring for young children in a home setting
  • Early years practitioner: working in a nursery, pre-school, or children's centre
  • Teaching assistant: supporting children with health needs in school
  • Nanny: providing one-to-one childcare in a family home
  • Playworker: supervising and supporting children in play settings
  • Family support worker: helping families manage children's health and development

What you could study next

A free understanding common illnesses affecting children course is a strong foundation for further early years study. You could progress to a Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, which covers child protection alongside health knowledge. A Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma is the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, and this Certificate sits well as preparation for it. You might also consider a Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid to complement your health knowledge with practical emergency skills.

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