Level 2 Adverse Childhood Experiences in Early Years Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll explore how early trauma shapes children's brain development, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes. You'll also build practical strategies to support children in a trauma-informed way and help foster resilience. This free adverse childhood experiences in early years course for adults is open to anyone aged 19 or over. NCFE Technical Specialist in Adverse Childhood Experiences in Early Years Certificate.
Who this course is for
Are you interested in understanding how early life experiences can affect a person's development, wellbeing, and future opportunities? The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Technical Occupational Understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences is ideal for anyone who wants to build knowledge of trauma, resilience, and the long-term impact of childhood adversity. It is particularly relevant for those interested in careers in health, social care, education, youth work, or support services. During the course, you will explore what adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are and how they can influence emotional, social, and physical development. You will develop an understanding of how trauma can affect behaviour, relationships, mental health, and life chances, while also learning why early support and intervention are so important. You will also examine trauma-informed approaches and the role professionals can play in responding with sensitivity, care, and understanding. This qualification can support progression into further study and strengthen your awareness for roles involving children, young people, families, or vulnerable adults.
Entry requirements
Technical Entry Requirements: Age: 19 years or over (19+) Additional Non-Qualification-Based Entry Requirements: DBS Check: While a DBS check is not required for enrolment on the course.
What you will learn
You'll understand what Adverse Childhood Experiences are and how they affect children's development.
You'll explore how early trauma influences brain development and emotional regulation.
You'll learn how ACEs affect children's behaviour and long-term wellbeing.
You'll develop trauma-informed approaches to supporting children and young people.
You'll identify practical strategies to build resilience and aid recovery in early years settings.
You'll recognise the signs that a child may have experienced adverse experiences.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bispham Campus. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that reflect the qualification's content. You'll be assessed on your understanding of ACEs, their impact on development, and trauma-informed practice strategies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bispham Campus 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: work in pre-school or reception-age provision.
Teaching assistant: support pupils in primary school classrooms.
Family support worker: help families dealing with trauma or adversity.
Children's centre worker: deliver community-based early years support.
Play worker: run structured play sessions for young children.
Learning mentor: support vulnerable pupils in school settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work. A natural next step if you want to move into a senior early years role.
Level 3 Award in Safeguarding and Child Protection: deepens your knowledge of keeping children safe, valued by employers across early years and education settings.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health: builds on trauma-informed knowledge for roles supporting children's emotional wellbeing.
