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Whether you're starting your journey in early childhood education or looking to expand your knowledge and skills as a seasoned professional, there'll be a childcare course to suit you.

Topics covered include everything from understanding child development and implementing effective learning strategies, to promoting a safe and nurturing environment.

Many childcare courses also offer practical training, industry insights, and recognised qualifications, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in childcare, whether you want to become a childminder, nanny or nursery nurse

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  • Level 2 Certificate Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for Children and Young people
    • 70,524 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    We all know how important it is for children and young people to be safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, some children are at risk of abuse and exploitation. If you’re involved in caring for children and you want to help those affected by these issues, our level 2 certificate …
    Free
  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 3,414 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Behaviour that Challenges
    • 9,843 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    There are lots of reasons why someone’s behaviour might be challenging – anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia, to mention just a few. If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to care for autistic people.
    • 11,014 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100. If you work with people with autism, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition. You will learn about autism and how it can affect …
    Free
  • Level 2 Award in Neuroscience in the Early Years

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about child development.
    • 5,072 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
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    This qualification provides an introduction to neuroscience in the early years – from birth to seven years. Self-regulation in the early years is a critical set of skills that help children to remain calm, attentive, and able to deal with powerful emotions such as fear, anger, an …
    Free
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 15) Course

    IOMH
    CPD Accredited! Free {Observation Skills, Safeguarding Children, Care Planning} Course| Free Certificate + MCQ Exam
    • 8,579 students
    • Online
    • 11.9 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 50 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    ★★★ 1680+ Positive Reviews from Students! ★★★ 5-in-1 Exclusive Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care Package! What's New? [Updated: 27th June, 2024] The course aligns with guidelines from Health Education England, Skills for Care, and Skills for Health. MCQ Based FREE Ass …
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    £12 £28
  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 6,132 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free
  • Early years Skills Bootcamps

    Realise
    Gain essential skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in a nursery near you
    • 528 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Part-time
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Get new skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in an early years setting near you. Our early years Skills Bootcamps are free and linked to paid roles. It's a chance to get the skills that employers are looking for, before being introduced to a nursery near you.
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Childhood Experiences
    • 5,073 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Adverse circumstances can have a negative impact on anyone's life, but children and young people are particularly vulnerable. They might face difficult circumstances such as the death or divorce of parents, domestic violence, or national and international disasters. These types o …
    Free
  • Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 15) Course

    EduXpress
    CPD Accredited| Free: Observation Skills, Care Planning, Mental Health Care Course + Certificate + Exam| Instant Access
    • 2,507 students
    • Online
    • 16.7 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    9 in 1 Complete Health & Social Care Package for Aspiring Care Workers with Double Certification from Reed and Edu Xpress Ltd! ***What's New?*** ➥ Latest Update ( April 2024 ) ➥ 3 Topics Added ➥ 1 FREE Course Added ➥ Free Student ID Card ➥ Free MCQ Based Assessment with Unlim …
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    £12 £19

FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Child care courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Child care courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Child care course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Child care courses, you might also be interested in Nanny, Child development and Childminding. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Child care courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Child care courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Child care courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Child care course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Child care course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Child care courses from a variety of learning providers.