Child observations in the early years - CACHE Endorsed

This CACHE endorsed short course explores the observation cycle and the types of observations a childcare practitioner might choose to carry out.

You will, by the end of the course, be able to define what makes an effective observation and how it might be used to decide the next developmental milestone. You will also cover rules relating to observation and confidentiality.

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

NCFE CACHE endorsed e-Certificate

Digital certificate - £4.99

• e-Book: Understanding cognitive development in children - download

Learning outcomes

• You will learn that all children have unique qualities and needs
• You will learn that it is important to seek permission before doing observations and there are many factors to take into account when doing observations
• You will learn that there are two types of assessment – formative and summative

Advantages of this course

• This course looks at how much information can be gleaned from observing children when looking at their stage of development and their developmental needs. Children are unique and each one develops in a different way; observation enables effective planning so they can make progress. Observation takes place to:
  
  1. see if a child is making progress
  2. check a child’s overall development
  3. learn more about a child’s particular needs
  4. resolve a particular problem
  5. evaluate activities, routines or strategies used with children
  6. inform planning
  7. report to parents
• Fact-sheets are included on methods of observation, as well as links to information on the development stages of children from birth to 60 months, and the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning
• There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Laser e-Certificate (included in the course price). You will also have the option of purchasing a CACHE Endorsed e-Certificate for an additional £4.99.

Endorsement statement: Our short course has been reviewed by a Subject Specialist and endorsed by CACHE demonstrating the quality and rigor. This is an unregulated programme and is not a nationally recognised qualification.

After purchasing this course on Reed, a customer service representative from Laser Learning will email you with instructions on how to access your course on the Laser Short Course website.

If the purchase was made within business hours, you should expect your email within 1-2 hours. If your purchase was made outside of business hours, you should expect your email the next working day.

This course is appropriate for childcare practitioners working in a range of settings.

A computer, mobile, or tablet and an internet connection