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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in
Early Years
Content and overview
This course will help
you gain an understanding of mental health in young children in the early years
(from conception to 5 years old) and the role of the Early Years Practitioner in
supporting children's mental health and wellbeing. You will develop knowledge
which would support progression to further qualifications and into relevant
employment in health and social care or education sectors.
The course consists of 3 mandatory units:-
Unit 1: Understand mental health for young children in the
early years.
Unit 2: Understand the significance of attachment and
adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years.
Unit 3: Understand the role of the Early Years Practitioner
in supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early
years.
Delivery method
There will be an one hour Google
Classroom induction session, followed by 7 face to face sessions at Ashby
Community Hub.
Remaining course materials will be accessed on Google Classroom. You are
expected to complete three written assignments at a time convenient to you
to meet the deadlines. You will also be expected to complete an Individual
Learning Plan (ILP).
Suitable for
The Early Years Workforce who work
within the Early Years Foundation Stage, including school settings, childminders
and family support staff.
Progression route
NCFE level 2 Understanding
Children and Young People's Mental Health, NCFE Level 2 Understanding Autism,
NCFE Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges, Solihull Approach
training.
Additional information
You will not need a laptop
with you at the sessions, a pen and paper/notebook will suffice.
Application and Course fees
You can apply for
this course using the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. You will need
to complete all relevant details in the application form and to upload the
evidence which supports your application (including ID).
The course may be
FREE of charge, depending on your personal circumstances. To be eligible, ID and
evidence of benefit status or low wage (if applicable) is required in accordance
with the ESFA Funding Rules. This evidence must be uploaded during the
application process, so please have it ready before you apply.
If you fail to
provide the evidence required or to complete the course, you may have to pay the
full cost.
Disclaimer: When applying for this course, you must provide evidence to
confirm eligibility for funding. This includes proof of ID and full
address. You must be 19 years or older on 31 August 2024 and a UK resident
for at least 3 years to be eligible for a funded course.
If you are not
eligible for funding, you may still be able to do this course, but you would
need to pay the course fees.