Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years
Course Overview
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to understand mental health in young children in the early years (from birth to 5 years old) and the role of the Early Years Practitioner to support children’s mental health and wellbeing.
Key Information
Course Length
15 weeks
Course Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
NCFE
Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment
For Individuals
Cost and Funding Information
Funded Course
Yes
Study this course
The aim of this unit is to raise an awareness of the significance of mental health for holistic health and wellbeing in children in the early years.
Unit 2: Understand the significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early yearsThe aim of this unit is to raise an awareness of the significance of attachment for mental health and wellbeing in children in the early years. This unit will also introduce relevant learning from neuroscience and adverse childhood experiences.
Unit 3: Understand the role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early yearsThe aim of this unit is to increase confidence amongst Early Years Practitioners to support early intervention for mental health and wellbeing in children in the early years