Free Level 2 Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years Course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. The course takes around 8 weeks and covers how mental health affects young children, how to spot signs of difficulty, and how to support children and families effectively. It suits anyone working or looking to work in early years and childcare settings who needs flexibility around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this level is right for you.
Who this course is for
contact http://www.skillsnorthtyneside.org.uk for further guidance
Entry requirements
You will have an initial assessment to make sure that this level is right for you.
What you will learn
You'll explore how mental health and wellbeing develop in young children.
You'll identify factors that can affect a child's mental health in the early years.
You'll recognise signs that a child may be experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties.
You'll understand how to support children's emotional wellbeing in a childcare setting.
You'll learn how to communicate sensitively with families about mental health concerns.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of early years practitioners in promoting positive mental health.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. North Tyneside Employment and Skills will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Tyneside Employment and Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursery practitioner: support children's wellbeing in a nursery setting.
Early years teaching assistant: assist in Reception or pre-school classes.
Childminder: care for young children in a home-based setting.
Family support worker: help families with young children in the community.
Play worker: lead play sessions in children's centres or after-school clubs.
Nursery room leader: take on a senior role in a nursery team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator: the main qualification for those working unsupervised with children aged 0 to 5, and recognised in statutory staffing ratios.
Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education: a shorter route into further early years study.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: deepens the mental health focus for those wanting to specialise further.
