Neuroscience in Early Years Level 2
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Discover how children’s brains develop and learn how early experiences shape behaviour, learning and emotional wellbeing.
This qualification is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of neuroscience in early years, focusing on how the brain develops in babies and young children from birth to seven years of age.
You will explore how early experiences influence brain development, including the role of the social brain, the limbic system and self-regulation. Understanding these key concepts will help you support children’s learning, behaviour and emotional wellbeing more effectively.
Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Understanding neuroscience in early years
- Understanding self-regulation and how to nurture this in children from birth to seven years
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 or equivalent English language qualification required.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
Studying a Craven College distance learning course is a great way to gain a FREE* accredited qualification in your spare time.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
- Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
- T Level Early Years Educator
This course provides a strong foundation for further study and progression into early years, education and childcare roles.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
