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Whether you're starting your journey in early childhood education or looking to expand your knowledge and skills as a seasoned professional, there'll be a childcare course to suit you.

Topics covered include everything from understanding child development and implementing effective learning strategies, to promoting a safe and nurturing environment.

Many childcare courses also offer practical training, industry insights, and recognised qualifications, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in childcare, whether you want to become a childminder, nanny or nursery nurse

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  • 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
    • 57,783 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    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 …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of caring for young people
    • 1,776 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 160 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 15) Course

    IOMH
    CPD Accredited! Free {Observation Skills, Safeguarding Children, Care Planning} Course| Free Certificate + MCQ Exam
    • 7,363 students
    • Online
    • 11.8 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 50 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    ★★★ 1450+ Positive Reviews from Students! ★★★ 5-in-1 Exclusive Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care Package! What's New? [Updated: April, 2024] The course aligns with guidelines from Health Education England, Skills for Care, and Skills for Health. MCQ Based FREE Assessm …
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    £12 £28
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Children and Young People's Mental Health

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, to help you enhance your awareness of children and young people's mental health
    • 5,557 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 156 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • 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
    • 8,423 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    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 …
    Free
  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 2,094 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Understanding Autism

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, with tutor support to enhance your knowledge and understanding of autism
    • 2,669 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 180 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    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.
    • 4,050 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
  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Education)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Teacher. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 3,840 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If being a teacher is your dream career, or you're looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Education) is a Level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of education related degrees. If you don't have the grades you need to apply for university …
    Free
  • Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care + Care Certificate Standards (1 to 15) Course

    EduXpress
    CPD Accredited| Free: Observation Skills, Care Planning, Mental Health Care Course + Certificate + Exam| Instant Access
    • 1,910 students
    • Online
    • 16.7 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    9 in 1 Complete Health & Social Care Package for Aspiring Care Workers with Double Certification from Reed and Edu Xpress Ltd! ***What's New?*** ➥ Latest Update ( February 2024 ) ➥ 3 Topics Added ➥ 1 FREE Course Added ➥ Free Student ID Card ➥ Free MCQ Based Assessment with Un …
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    £12 £19
  • Level 2 Certificate in Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Childhood Experiences
    • 4,512 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Adverse circumstances can have a negative impact on anyone's life, but children and young people are particularly vulnerable. They might face difficult circumstances such as the death or divorce of parents, domestic violence, or national and international disasters. These types o …
    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.
    • 3,192 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 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
    • 5,636 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 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.
    • 10,281 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 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and support. Understand Young People's Mental Health.
    • 13,157 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 1 in 10 children and young people are affected by mental health problems, so it’s important that people working with them have a good understanding of mental health. If you want to learn about mental health issues to support children and young people that you work with, or …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, to help you understand challenging behaviours
    • 1,210 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 153 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • NCFE Level 2 Mental Health in the Early Years

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, with tutor support to enhance your knowledge of young people's mental health
    • 1,015 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 130 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    Free
  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 1,770 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 …
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  • Care Certificate - 15 Standards + Health & Social Care, Mental Health & Safeguarding

    NextGen Learning
    QLS Endorsed & CPD Accredited | 5 Courses Bundle + Free PDF Certificates | 45 Healthcare Topics
    • 2,687 students
    • Online
    • 16.9 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 100 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    [Updated 2024] Get a Certificate of Double Recognition from REED & NextGen Learning at the end of the Care Certificate + Health & Social Care, Mental Health & Safeguarding course This care certification preparation,Health & Social Care, Mental Health and safeguard …
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    £12 £14
  • CACHE Level 3 Teaching Assistant & SEN Certificate

    The Learning College Group
    **Start Today With a £49 Deposit** | Fully Recognised | Accepted in ALL Schools | OFQUAL Regulated
    • 13,993 enquiries
    • Online
    • 120 hours · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    • Job guarantee programme
    Great service
    Highly rated
    The Learning College Group offers this Teaching Assistant qualification that is fully Regulated and accepted in all schools across the UK. It enables you to work with children between the ages of 5-18 years. If you are looking to become a Teaching Assistant and wish to gain the r …
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    £299 £499
  • Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, Mental Health & Care Certificate with Nursing

    StudyHub
    100% Pass Rate | CPD Accredited | QLS Endorsed | Free Caregiving, Nursing & Mental Health First Aid Course
    • 243 students
    • Online
    • 20 hours · Self-paced
    • 50 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    ★★★ All-in-1 Exclusive Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, Mental Health & Care Certificate with Nursing ★★★ [Updated: February, 2024] The Health & Social Care sector is one of the largest employers in the UK, currently employing over 1.5 million people …
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    £12 £32
  • Teaching Assistant Level 2 + Early Years, Teaching and Child Care & SEN Teaching Assistant

    School of Health Care
    **SPRING SALE**| **CPD Certified** | 12 Courses Premium Bundle | Free Retake Exam | Lifetime Access | Expert Support
    • 375 students
    • Online
    • 40 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Teaching Assistant Level 2 + Early Years, Teaching and Child Care & SEN Teaching Assistant Online **WINTER SALE OFFER----WINTER SALE OFFER** ➽➽➽ Latest Updated (02 May 2024) Unlock your potential with our Teaching Assistant Level 2 + Early Years, Teaching and Child Care & …
    £12
  • Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care with Care Certificate Standards (1 to 15)

    Academy for Health & Fitness
    Spring Sale (28% OFF): QLS Endorsed! 9 Course Bundle + Free Certificate | 300 CPD Points| Tutor Support| Lifetime Access
    • 1,821 students
    • Online
    • 45 hours · Self-paced
    • Certificate(s) included
    • 300 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    ★★★ 9-in-1 Exclusive Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care ★★★ Updated On: April 2024 Are you interested in a rewarding field & helping people excel in their day-to-day lives? Are you thinking of kick-starting your career as a Nurse , Paramedic , Health visitor, Hea …
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    £12 £14
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of childhood experiences.
    • 535 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 135 CPD points
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    *Please first check eligibility requirements before enquiring. You must: Be currently living in England - postcode eligibility applies (see the requirements section for more information) Have been a resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years - for purposes other than study Be aged 19+ ye …
    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.
    • 2,648 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

FAQs

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

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

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Child care courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Child care course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Child care course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Child care courses from a variety of learning providers.