Early Years - Essential Skills

Course Overview

The Early Years – Essential Skills (12 Course Bundle) provides learners with comprehensive knowledge and practical expertise required to succeed in early years education and childcare settings. This professional bundle focuses on child development, safeguarding, educational psychology, health & safety, EYFS framework, and inclusive teaching practices to ensure children receive high-quality care and education.

This course is ideal for individuals working or seeking to work as childcare apprentices, nursery managers, early years practitioners, teaching mentors, or support staff within early years environments.

12 Courses Bundle | Free PDF Certificates | Unlimited Free Exam Retake

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Understand the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework (2021)

Apply safeguarding and child protection best practices

Promote child health, safety, and wellbeing

Support phonics and early literacy development

Understand child psychology and developmental stages

Recognise and support children with Dyslexia and Autism

Work effectively in therapeutic and inclusive learning settings

Understand the professional roles and responsibilities of childcare practitioners and nannies

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Deliver high-quality early years education and childcare services
• Promote safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environments
• Support children’s cognitive, emotional, and social development
• Build professional competence within early years settings

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Childcare Apprentices
• Nursery Deputy Managers
• Early Years Practitioners
• Early Years Primary Learning Mentors
• Admin Assistants in childcare settings
• Individuals seeking to start a career in early years education

No prior experience is required.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to Early Years Education

Understanding EYFS Framework (2021)

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Educational Psychology in Early Years

Child Health, Safety and Welfare

Phonics and Early Literacy Skills

Child Development Stages and Areas

Understanding Autism and Dyslexia

Therapeutic Support in Childcare

Professional Roles and Responsibilities in Childcare

Course Delivery

The course is delivered fully online through interactive modules, expert-led training, and audio voiceover lessons. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Flexible learning ensures accessibility and convenience.

Assessment

Assessment is knowledge-based and may include:

• Multiple-choice assessments
• Online quizzes
• Unlimited free retake exams

Accreditation

This course is CPD accredited and designed to enhance professional development within early years and childcare sectors.

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a CPD Accredited Digital Certificate immediately. A printed certificate can also be delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99). Certificates do not expire; however, annual renewal is recommended to maintain up-to-date knowledge.

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