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  • 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.
    • 5,013 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
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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

  • Early years Skills Bootcamps

    Realise
    Gain essential skills and a guaranteed interview for a paid role in a nursery near you
    • 505 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 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.
    • 2,906 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    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 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
    • 69,962 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 2,166 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
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    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

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 416 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    This qualification is great if you're looking to learn more about common childhood illnesses. Whether you look after infants and children as part of your job or in your personal life, this course will give you the knowledge you need to support their development and well-being. As …
    Free

  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate careers programme for 16-18 year olds
    • 123 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
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    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 Principles of Business Administration

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Business Administration Skills
    • 32,859 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
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    The level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration gives you the knowledge to work in a range of different environments in a business admin role. Whether you would like to brush up on your skills or pick up some new ones, this course will give you the knowledge you …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your career in Social Care.
    • 39,224 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    As the need for adult social care continues to rise, it's important that care workers have up-to-date support and guidance that allows them to provide the best care possible for the people they work with. If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will h …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn Counselling Skills
    • 64,445 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
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    Many people find it helpful to seek counselling at some point in their lives, and a counsellor can provide support for people in all sorts of situations. If you're interested in supporting people to improve their personal well-being, this course will provide you with the correct …
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  • 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
    • 34,832 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • 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.
    • 11,143 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • 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
    • 17,790 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • 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
    • 9,759 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • 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
    • 9,017 enquiries
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    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 5,166 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    Good customer service is crucial for any business. 96% of unhappy customers don’t ever complain - instead, 91% of them simply leave and never come back. This shows that providing good customer service and handling any issues in a professional and courteous manner is essential for …
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  • 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.
    • 4,790 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    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 …
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  • 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.
    • 11,849 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
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    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 …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn the Principles of Cleaning
    • 10,777 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    If you're starting a career in the cleaning industry, the level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles is the best way to brush up on your skills and show your competency to employers in one of the largest business sectors in the UK. You will know the difference between routine an …
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  • 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
    • 12,670 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    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 …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support
    • 9,057 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    Anyone who works with personal data needs to understands the laws surrounding it. This fully online level 2 Certificate in Data Protection and Data Security will provide you with essential knowledge on data protection compliance. The qualification will help to develop your unders …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Start your own business
    • 7,874 enquiries
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    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    Starting your own business can be exciting, but it’s important to be fully aware of the initial processes and requirements of a business start-up. If you’re looking to start your own business, the level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up will help you to explore busine …
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  • 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.
    • 10,934 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    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 …
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  • 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
    • 6,091 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 …
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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.
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