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Understanding Mental Health in The Early Years  

 

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Course Summary

Code: FP01E31D  

Starting: Wednesday 22 January 2025 

Location: Tothill Community Centre  

Duration: 10 sessions over 10 week(s)

Time: 10:00 - first lesson is 02:00hrs

Cost: Full Fee £169 Concession £0  

Course Information Sheet

Description

Our Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in The Early Years is a comprehensive 10-session course designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to support the mental well-being of young children. The course covers essential topics such as child development, identifying mental health issues, creating supportive environments, and building resilience in children. Participants will also learn effective communication techniques, mental health interventions, and strategies for engaging families.

Ideal for educators, childcare providers, parents, and support staff, this course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications through interactive discussions, group activities, and practical exercises. Assessment includes ongoing formative feedback and a final project or presentation to demonstrate understanding and application of the course content.

Completion of this course opens pathways to further qualifications such as the Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education, Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care, and higher education in child psychology, mental health, or early childhood education. Potential career enhancements include roles as an Early Years Educator, Childcare Provider, Family Support Worker, or Child Psychologist (with further qualifications).
  

Before you enrol.
View the course info sheet via the link above for further information regarding the course, what you will learn, objectives and possible progression or career pathways. Alternatively, our team of Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information and discuss courses you may be interested in. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

How do I enrol?
To apply for this course please go online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form. Once completed one of our customer service team will be in touch. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study. If you have any questions, please call our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713.

How will the course be delivered?
This is a practical course, and the sessions will include tutor-led demonstrations, learner-led group activities, instruction and repetition. These will form part of the delivery together with one-to-one support as required.

Will I need to practise outside the classroom?
You will be encouraged to review your notes between lessons to ensure maximum benefit from your course. It is always useful to practise your skills between sessions. Your tutor may encourage home learning, or independent research.

How will I know I'm making progress?
During the first session, your tutor will discuss your goals and current level in relation to the course. Based on this assessment, you will agree individual targets which you will record in your individual learning plan (ILP). You and your tutor will review your targets regularly to ensure that you are making progress; these will be written in your individual learning plan.

What will I need?
Please bring a notepad, and pen to each session. You may wish to bring a file for any handouts. A laptop with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning outside of the classroom.

Please Note:
Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and can be used to match funding for ESF. It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.

Location

Tothill Community Centre  
Knighton Road  
St Judes
Plymouth  
Devon PL4 9DA

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To speak to our advisers about this course please contact 01752 660713 and quote course code
FP01E31D