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Early Years: EYFS Course

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2.3 hours · Self-paced
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No formal qualification
CPD
17 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
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Overview

Are you interested to begin your early years foundation stage career or want to gain more advanced skills in early years foundation stage? Then this EYFS course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills and knowledge in early years foundation stage for a rewarding career. Gain early years foundation stage skills and credentials that employers value.

This course is accredited by the CPD UK. CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards to your professional goal and achievement. CPD certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world.

This EYFS course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries.

Master the skills you need to propel your career forward in early years foundation stage. Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and skillset that make you a confident early years foundation stage teacher and take your career to the next level. This comprehensive EYFS course is designed to help you reach your professional goals.

The skills and knowledge that you will gain through studying this EYFS course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills for a rewarding career.

This comprehensive EYFS course will teach you the theory of effective early years foundation stage practice and equip you with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in the early years foundation stage industry. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in early years foundation stage.

Learn from expert tutors with industry experience, teaching you the latest expertise and best practice. This extensive EYFS course is designed for early years foundation stage professionals who are aspiring to specialise in early years foundation stage. Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV. This leadership skills for supervisors course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification.

Enrol today and take the next step towards your personal and professional goals.

Why choose this course?

  • CPD UK & IPHM Accredited Course
  • Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
  • FREE GIFT: Course Completion PDF & Hardcopy Certificates, MCQ Exam & Full Tutor Support Included
  • Get dual certificate (2 accredited certificate) in 1 course (CPD UK and IPHM)
  • Unlimited lifetime access
  • Instructor-led distance learning
  • Get trained by industry experts
  • 24/7 student support system
  • Learn at your own pace and leisure
  • Earn industry-recognised credentials
  • User-friendly, advanced online learning material
  • Effective training, written and designed by certified professional

***Additional GIFT***

  • Course Completion PDF & Hardcopy Certificate, MCQ Exam & Full Tutor Support Included
  • 2 Accreditation in 1 Course (CPD UK and IPHM)

Reason to learn with Study Plex

  • Over 89,000 students taught across a range of fully certified courses
  • Offering learners the chance to acquire the most in-demand and marketable skills
  • Full commitment to helping our students find success on their chosen path
  • Partnership with some of the world's best-known accreditation organisations
  • Full belief in you, your success, and your ability to thrive

Achievement

Certificates

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

CPD

17 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Curriculum

14
sections
15
lectures
2h 20m
total

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Description

This extensive EYFS course is designed by industry experts; this EYFS course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Not only will it make you more lucrative to potential employers, but it will also give you the confidence to apply for that dream job.

This EYFS course is divided into bite-sized modules to make it easy to follow. Whether you are travelling around the world or juggling work and family, this course can be completed anytime, anywhere. This flexibility enables you to learn at your own pace, fitting your studies around your current lifestyle.

Course Curriculum

This comprehensive EYFS course covers the following modules:

Understanding EYFS and its Importance

  • Introduction to EYFS
  • Early Years - Importance of Early Childhood Learning and Development

EYFS Statutory Framework

  • Key Principles of the Guidance
  • The Early Learning Goals
  • Areas of Emphasis
  • Educational Approach
  • Literacy

Working as an EYFS Teacher in the UK

  • Responsibilities, Job Profile and Skills
  • Qualifications
  • Career Path
  • Challenges and Tips to Succeed

EYFS Teaching Methods

  • Teaching Strategies for Pre-schoolers
  • Characteristics of Effective Learning
  • Play and explore
  • Active learning
  • Critical thinking
  • Child-initiated learning
  • Outdoor learning activity

Principles and Theories of EYFS

  • Child Development Principles
  • Themes of EYFS
  • Key Areas of Learning and Development within EYFS
  • Requisites of Learning and Development

The EYFS Cycle

  • Observation, Assessment and Planning Journey
  • Methods of Observation
  • Types of Observation
  • Child Observation Records (COR)
  • Summative Assessment in Childcare and its Importance

How to Support Children having Special Education Needs

  • Best Practices to Approach Children with Special Needs
  • Support Practices for Learners with Special Needs
  • How to Motivate Children with Learning Disabilities

Early Years - Safeguarding Child Welfare & Safety

  • Areas of Considerations for Early Years Providers
  • Key persons, suitable people and staffing arrangement
  • Suitable environment and premises
  • Maintaining and Sharing Records with Parents
  • Pediatric First-aid

Adult’s Role in Early Years Foundation Stage

  • Parents’ part in child nurturing and Early Years
  • Healthy relationship of teachers and ancillary staff with children
  • Importance of communication between parents/carers with the school

The EYFS and Educational Philosophies, Benefits and Exemptions

  • Montessori Education and the Early Year Foundation Stage
  • Pros and Cons of Montessori Approach

Ofsted Inspection and Quality Enhancement

  • Ofsted Expectations from EYFS Practitioners
  • What does Ofsted inspect in EYFS?
  • How do Ofsted deal with providers graded as ‘requires improvement’?

The New Version of EYFS Framework

  • New EYFS framework for early adopters
  • Framework for non-early adopter schools
  • Development Matters
  • Birth to 5 Matters Guidance

How am I assessed?

Once you have completed the EYFS course, you will then be required to undertake an online MCQ assessment. This exam will cover everything you have already learnt. This means that you will have plenty of time to study and prepare for the assessment before taking it.

The assessment itself is made up of multiple-choice questions in your chosen subject area. You will receive your results straight after completion.

Become Certified

Explore new skills

Equip yourself with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in your chosen industry.

Accelerate your career

Learn the most in-demand skills, get certified and level up your career. This EYFS online training course is designed to help you reach your professional goals.

Make your CV stand out

Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV.

Certificate of Completion

After successfully finishing the course, you will be eligible to order your free PDF & Hardcopy certificate of course completion. There is a minimal shipping charge to get the hardcopy course completion certificate which is:

  • Inside the UK = £5.99
  • International Students = £16.99

Certificate of Achievement

Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme

On successful completion of the course assessment, you will be eligible to order the EYFS at QLS level 5 Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. This will provide you with a competitive edge in your career add extra value to your CV. You can also share this certificate with prospective employers and your professional network which will help you to drive a successful career in your chosen industry. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.

CPD and IPHM Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Grow your career by earning CPD and IPHM accredited certificate of achievement and add extra value to your CV. On successful completion of this EYFS course, you will be eligible to order your CPD and IPHM accredited certificate of achievement (dual certificate) to demonstrate your new skills. You can also share this certificate with prospective employers and your professional network. The CPD and IPHM accredited certificate of achievement (dual certificate) can be obtained in PDF format at the nominal fee of £12; there is an additional fee to get a printed copy certificate which is £25.

Who is this course for?

If you are a beginner or already working as a early years foundation stage teacher, or are considering a career in early years foundation stage, then this EYFS course will give you a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in early years foundation stage.

This EYFS course is suitable for all skill levels and backgrounds. Whether you want to advance your career prospects, learn a new skill, or broaden your educational horizons this EYFS course will help you to gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in your chosen industry.

Requirements

Academic

This EYFS course is open to students of all academic backgrounds aiming to enhance their skills.

Age

At Study Plex, we invite everyone to learn. This EYFS course is open to anyone aged 16 and over.

Eligibility

If you have a basic grasp of English, numeracy and ICT, you will be eligible to enrol.

Career path

This EYFS course will equip you with the essential skills and credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV. On successful completion of this EYFS course, you will gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in your chosen industry.

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Joyce asked:

I am looking for EYFS level 2 and how much is the cost ?

Answer:

Hello Joyce, Thanks for your question. Unfortunately, we do not have a level 2 course on this topic. This is a level 5 course under QLS. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group. This course is also accredited by CPD and IPHM. The discounted price of this course is £10. You will get a PDF certificate of completion and a hardcopy certificate of completion (shipping charge applicable) after completing this course. Regards, Help desk

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