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  • Early Years Skills Bootcamp

    Realise
    Gain essential skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in a nursery in Devon and Cornwall
    • 124 enquiries
    • Classroom - Exeter
    • 6 weeks · Part-time
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Get training plus a guaranteed interview for a paid role in an early years setting near you. The brand new early years Skills Bootcamps are free and linked to paid roles. It's a chance to get the skills that employers are looking for and then meeting employers near you with real …
    Free
  • Early years Skills Bootcamps

    Realise
    Gain essential skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in a nursery near you
    • 488 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
  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 454 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The number of men who have suicidal thoughts has doubled since 2009. Although men are now more likely to see a therapist if they’re feeling worried or low, there’s still a long way to go to ensure that men are supported with their mental health. This online course, Understanding …
    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.
    • 4,986 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    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
  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,150 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free
  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate careers programme for 16-18 year olds
    • 119 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health in the Early Years

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Mental Health in Early Years.
    • 2,896 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The early years of childhood are critical for development. Learning the significance of attachment and adverse experiences during this time is important to understand children’s mental health. Children can be exposed to several traumatic experiences throughout their early years w …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you. Study materials provided with tutor support. Learn coding fundamentals.
    • 11,001 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Coding is what makes it possible for anyone to create computer software. Websites, apps, and social media are all made with code - it is a language that tells computers what action to perform. This qualification is designed for anyone who is looking to gain an introduction to cod …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 3,564 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 Million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hi …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Workplace Violence and Harassment

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 286 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In any workplace, there can be no room for violence and harassment. Sadly, reports show that more than 1 in 3 people leave their job because of bullying. With our level 2 Certificate in Understanding Workplace Violence and Harassment qualification, you will gain an understanding …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Warehousing and Storage

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Warehousing Skills
    • 4,535 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The warehousing and storage of goods is an essential part of any logistics operation. Our fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Warehousing and Storage qualification is perfect for those currently seeking employment in this sector. The qualification will give you insi …
    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.
    • 10,884 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 Understanding Tenant Support in Social Housing

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Tenant Support Skills
    • 2,272 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Over 4 million people in the UK live in social housing. It’s important that anyone working in this sector is equipped with the key skills to make a real difference to the lives of tenants and the communities they live in. This fully online course in Understanding Tenant Support …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Technology Enabled Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Technology in Care
    • 961 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In this fast-moving world, technology plays a huge part in daily life. The care sector is no different. Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is playing an increasing role in health and social care, with over 1.7 million vulnerable people relying on TEC to support independence in their o …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a Team Leader.
    • 11,790 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you're looking to develop your team leading skills to manage a team effectively, this fully online level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading will help you do just that. This qualification will teach you the principles of team leading, how to use different styles of lea …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 4,766 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 15% of people have a learning difficulty, which means they can find it harder to learn certain skills. If you're looking to improve your understanding and awareness of learning difficulties, this is the course for you. You will learn about a range of specific learning diff …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Safe Handling of Medication in Health & Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Safe Handling of Medication
    • 17,694 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Modern medicines are powerful substances which have beneficial effects for millions of people worldwide. However, inappropriate use or handling of these substances can have severe, or even fatal, consequences. Up-to-date knowledge of the safe handling of medicines is essential fo …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 8,258 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about Exercise And Nutrition
    • 12,639 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Getting fit and healthy can be a daunting prospect when you first start out on your fitness journey, so it’s important to be fully aware of how to best do this for you. The level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition will enable you to develop the ski …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Gain Understanding about Nutrition
    • 8,934 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Whether you work in the healthcare or fitness industry and want to enhance your knowledge, or whether you just want to make some lifestyle changes yourself, our level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health is perfect for you. This fully online course will teach you …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 34,701 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Around 450 million people currently experience mental health problems. Recent reports suggest that over 12 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression or anxiety in just one year. It’s important that employers are transparent and open about mental health …
    Free
  • 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
    • 6,065 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    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
  • Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 2,638 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    Great service
    This level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques aims to improve business performance through continuous professional development (Kaizen). This fully online qualification will help you understand the concept of a lean environment and its benefits, as well as h …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the workplace (RQF)

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Become a LGBT ally
    • 1,526 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Inclusivity in the workplace is important for any industry, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion is a priority for many organisations. Social attitudes and legal rights have changed dramatically in recent years, and it’s important that employees are protected from discrimination in the workpla …
    Free

FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Early years courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Early years 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 Early years course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Early years courses, you might also be interested in Child care, Child psychology and Child protection. 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 Early years courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Early years courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

In addition to a variety of free Early years online courses, Reed Courses also offers a range of free classroom courses. These are perfect for anyone looking to learn in an in-person format.