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  • 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
    • 1,500 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 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
    • 56,756 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
  • Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 698 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Looking for a qualifications that will give you an introduction to childcare? This Level 2 Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People is the ideal course for you. This qualification is available via distance learning, so you can study flexibly around your oth …
    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.
    • 3,949 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 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
    • 4,449 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    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
  • 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
    • 994 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
  • 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
    • 8,271 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 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.
    • 2,630 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
  • 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
    • 1,500 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 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 1,975 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 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
    • 5,453 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 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
    • 5,590 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
  • 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
    • 2,586 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 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.
    • 3,767 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 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.
    • 10,226 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 Course in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification
    • 121 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    Great service
    Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are key predictors of challenges in later life. Understanding ACEs and working towards their prevention is crucial for younger generations. Adverse childhood experiences can be direct, such as physical abuse, or indirect, for example the the d …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course based remotely, to help you understand challenging behaviours
    • 1,180 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
  • Level 2 Course in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification
    • 120 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    Great service
    Around 90% of brain growth occurs before the age of three. Self-regulation in the early years is a critical set of skills that help children to remain calm, attentive, and able to deal with their emotions. A knowledge of neuroscience can help early years practitioners to improve …
    Free
  • Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs & Disability

    Reed Courses
    Accredited Level 2 Qualification | Unlimited Tutor Support | Free Digital E-Certificate
    • 2,452 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special educational needs and disabilities? If so, this Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability is ideal for you. You'll explore many different aspects of SEND, including the symp …
    Free
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years

    CT Skills Limited
    FREE online course, with tutor support and study materials to increase your knowledge of neuroscience in early years
    • 25 enquiries
    • Online
    • 8 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • 105 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 Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 3,149 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
  • 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.
    • 524 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
  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Learning
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 1,747 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 …
    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.
    • 13,110 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
  • Gateway to Work - Kick start your journey from education to work

    Reed Learning
    The ultimate career guide for 16-18 year olds
    • 58 students
    • Online
    • 7.9 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    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, Early years and Child psychology. 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.