Early Years Courses
Welcome to our dedicated page for Early Years Courses. This is the perfect place to start your journey towards a fulfilling career in education. Our online courses are designed to be helpful for anyone passionate about nurturing children. We provide comprehensive training for those who aspire to become effective practitioners in early childhood education settings.
Our Early Years Childcare Courses are designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills required to support children’s development during their crucial early years. You can enjoy a flexible learning experience that allows you to study at your own pace and fits seamlessly into your lifestyle. Our courses focus on practical applications to ensure you are well-equipped to impact the classroom positively.
Whether you aspire to work in nurseries, preschools, or reception class, the skills acquired during our early years courses will open doors to various opportunities within the field of early childhood education.
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The Complete Early Years Package – 10 x Short CPD Courses
£200.00Complete Early Years Course Bundle. 10 x EYFS related online courses in one great value bundle. 10 individual courses at...Add to basket -
Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage – Short CPD Course
£22.00This early years CPD course offers a gentle introduction to the expectations of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and...Add to basket -
TQUK Principles of Working in Early Years Settings LV1 Award (RQF)
£219.00Early Years Level 1 online course introduces learners to the early years sector. The purpose of this Early Years level 1...Add to basket -
TQUK Early Years LV2 Diploma – Early Years Practitioner (RQF)
£1,299.00Online Early Years Level 2 Course. This fully accredited (Early Years Practitioner course) is the direct replacement for the old...Add to basket -
TQUK Level 2 Diploma – Early Years Practitioner (RQF) – 6 Months Fast Track
£1,899.00Early Years Practitioner Course. Need your qualification in a hurry? We have the solution! Aimed at learners currently working or...Add to basket -
TQUK Level 3 Certificate – Childcare & Education (RQF)
£499.00TQUK Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education. Take the first step towards a rewarding career in childcare with this...Add to basket -
The Baby Room – Short CPD Course
£32.00Baby Room Short Course. Baby room practitioners have a uniquely significant role because they influence sensitive human beings during the...Add to basket -
TQUK Level 3 Diploma – Early Years Care & Education (Early Years Educator) – RQF
£1,699.00The Early Years & Education (Early Years Educator) is the direct replacement for the old Level 3 NVQ course. Aimed...Add to basket -
TQUK Level 3 Diploma – Early Years Care and Education – RQF (Early Years Educator) – 6 Months Fast Track
£2,499.00Looking to qualify as an Early Years Educator in under 6 months? We have the solution! Aimed at learners already...Add to basket -
Nurturing Development in Specific Areas of the EYFS (0-3 Years) – Short CPD Course
£32.00Nurturing Development Short Course. This short course explores early child development in the Specific Areas of the EYFS: Literacy, mathematics,...Add to basket -
Nurturing Development in the Prime Areas of the EYFS (0-3 Years)- Short CPD Course
£32.00Nurturing development online course. This short course explores early child development in the Prime Areas of the EYFS: Communication, physical...Add to basket -
English as a Additional Language in the EYFS – Short CPD course
£32.00EASL online course. This course covers early language acquisition, and how early years practitioners can support children learning English as...Add to basket -
Child Development Award 0-5 Years – Short CPD Course
£32.00This short online CPD Child Development course will provide students with an insight into the childcare sector covering age ranges...Add to basket -
Effective Staff Supervision in the Early Years Award – Short CPD Course
£32.00Effective Staff Supervision in the Early Years CPD course Leaders, supervisors, and managers will be introduced to the concept of supervision...Add to basket -
Health & Safety in the Early Years – Short CPD Course
£32.00Health & Safety in the Early Years CPD Course. Establish a safe and secure environment in a childcare setting. This course provides...Add to basket
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions about Early Years Courses Answered
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is a framework in the UK that sets the standards for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to five years old. The EYFS is designed to ensure that all early years providers, including nurseries, preschools, reception classes, and childminders, deliver high-quality education and care for young children. The framework is mandatory for all early years providers in England.
### Key Components of the EYFS
1. **Learning and Development Requirements**:
– **Areas of Learning**: The EYFS outlines seven areas of learning and development, divided into prime and specific areas:
– **Prime Areas**:
– **Communication and Language**: Developing listening, attention, understanding, and speaking skills.
– **Physical Development**: Enhancing gross and fine motor skills, coordination, control, and movement.
– **Personal, Social, and Emotional Development**: Building self-confidence, self-awareness, managing feelings and behavior, and making relationships.
– **Specific Areas**:
– **Literacy**: Encouraging reading and writing skills.
– **Mathematics**: Developing understanding of numbers, shapes, spaces, and measures.
– **Understanding the World**: Exploring people, communities, and the environment.
– **Expressive Arts and Design**: Fostering creativity through various forms of expression, including art, music, movement, and role-play.
2. **Assessment Requirements**:
– **Ongoing Assessment**: Regular observations and assessments to understand children’s progress and plan their next steps.
– **Progress Check at Age Two**: A summary of development in the prime areas when the child is aged between two and three.
– **Early Years Foundation Stage Profile (EYFSP)**: A comprehensive assessment at the end of the reception year, summarizing each child’s achievements and readiness for Year 1.
3. **Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements**:
– Ensuring that children are kept safe and well. This includes child protection, staff qualifications and ratios, health and safety, and managing behavior.
### Principles of the EYFS
The EYFS framework is based on four guiding principles:
1. **Unique Child**: Every child is a unique individual who is constantly learning and can be resilient, capable, confident, and self-assured.
2. **Positive Relationships**: Children learn to be strong and independent through positive relationships.
3. **Enabling Environments**: Children learn and develop well in environments that support their individual needs and provide rich learning opportunities.
4. **Learning and Development**: Children develop and learn in different ways and at different rates. The framework covers the education and care of all children in early years provision, including children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
### Implementation
– **Providers**: All registered early years providers must follow the EYFS. This includes state and private nurseries, reception classes, and childminders.
– **Inspection**: The Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills (Ofsted) inspects early years settings to ensure compliance with the EYFS standards.
The EYFS framework aims to provide a secure foundation for future learning and development, ensuring that children are well-prepared for school and life beyond.
Early Years Childcare courses aim to provide individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to support children’s development during their crucial early years. These courses offer comprehensive training and are suitable for both those who are new to the field and those looking to advance their careers.
Yes, these courses are accessible to individuals not currently working, providing an excellent starting point for those looking to enter the field of early childhood education.
No, you can enrol at any time of the year. Our continuous enrolment allows you to start your learning journey when it suits your schedule.
The placement requirements for each course varies from course to course. Some may require you to do a minimum number of hours to be spent in a nursery or preschool environment, which will offer practical and hands-on experience. To learn more about placement requirements, please click on the course you are interested in.
The learning schedule is entirely flexible. With online access and the ability to log in and out as needed, you can study at your own pace, accommodating other commitments.
Completing these courses opens doors to various opportunities in early childhood education, including roles as Early Years Practitioners, Educators, or Practitioners in nurseries, preschools and reception class.
Our courses are accredited or endorsed by reputable educational bodies, ensuring the quality and recognition of your qualification in the field. Many of our courses are fully recognised and accepted by Ofsted and Employers in England and Northern Ireland.
Please select a course for more information on its endorsement.
Support is provided for 6 to 18 months depending on the course, with guidance and assistance throughout the learning journey.
Discover the world of online learning with the UK Open College. Our Early Years Teaching Assistant Courses offer flexibility, convenience and the freedom to learn at your own pace. Unlike College or University, you don’t have to wait until term to start learning; you can begin today if you’d like! This allows you to balance your learning with work commitments, childcare duties, holidays and hobbies.
Our online platform provides a hassle-free learning experience, eliminating the need for travel and time-consuming visits. You can study from the comfort of your home.
Our friendly Enrolment team is committed to exceptional customer service and can always answer any questions. If you’re interested in our Early Years Teaching Assistant Courses, please get in touch with us at 0121 792 3872 or through our Live Chat.
Spread The Cost
You can spread the cost of your course over 3 or 4 instalments by selecting Clearpay or Paypal at checkout.
Flexible Learning at your pace
Study anywhere you wish, whether it’s at home, at work, on the train, on the bus or even on holiday. An internet connection is all you need!
Wide variety of support
All students are able to access a dedicated tutor via email. In addition, our support team are only a phone call away on 0121 792 3872.
