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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in
Early Years - Distance Learning
Content and overview:
Do you want to support
the mental wellbeing of young children?
This course helps you understand how
mental health develops in the early years (birth to 5), and how you can support
children’s emotional wellbeing from the start. You'll explore factors that
influence mental health, signs of concern, and ways to create positive,
nurturing environments.
It’s ideal if you work with young children or are
interested in doing so in the future.
What you'll learn:
• The importance of mental health in early
childhood development
• Factors that can impact mental wellbeing (e.g.
attachment, trauma, environment)
• How to recognise signs of emotional
or mental health concerns in young children
• The role of adults in
promoting wellbeing and resilience
• Support strategies and the
importance of professional guidance and referrals
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:
Independent study with online
learning support via Google Classroom.
All 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.
This course is ideal if you:
• Work or
volunteer in early years, childcare, or family support
• Are a parent or
carer who wants to understand your child’s emotional needs
• Are
planning a career in education, social care, or child development
• Want
to understand how to promote healthy emotional development from
birth
Progression route:
NCFE Level 2
Understanding Autism
NCFE Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that
Challenges.
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 (less than £25,750) 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, proof of ID and full address.
Applying for a course does not mean you are automatically enrolled. You must be
19+ on 31 August 2025 and a UK resident.
Our dedicated team will be happy to
help – just call us on 01724 297146 or contact using this link:- https://northlincsadulteducation.co.uk/contact