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Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) in the early years
Laser Learning

Continuous professional development (CPD) online short course for childcare practitioners and parents

Summary

Price
£25 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free

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Overview

Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) are three building blocks for future success in life.

They make up one of the prime areas of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Learn about the ages, stages and theories of PSED, how it promote it in the early years, and the importance of attachment and play.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Course media

Resources

  • e-Book: Understanding cognitive development in children - download

Description

Learning outcomes

  • You will understand what personal development, social development, and emotional development means for younger children.
  • You will understand certain areas of PSED, such as attachment and play
  • You will be able to promote the Personal, Social and Emotional Development of children in your role, and understand the important role adults play in this

Advantages of this course

  • In Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, he outlines stages in moral reasoning achieved through social interaction - but argued that stages could not be ‘missed out’ and that not everyone achieves all the stages. This theory, and other theories of child development relevant to PSED will be explored in further detail in the reading section of this short course.
  • Tips, ideas, games, and activities will be suggested for promoting PSED, including specific advice for the birth to three years age group
  • A video of a play activity in a nursery that encourages children to direct the play and build their confidence is included in the Good Practice Example section of the course.
  • Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning
  • There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Laser e-Certificate (included in the course price).

After purchasing this course on Reed, a customer service representative from Laser Learning will email you with instructions on how to access your course on the Laser Short Course website.

If the purchase was made within business hours, you should expect your email within 1-2 hours. If your purchase was made outside of business hours, you should expect your email the next working day.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at early years practitioners, but parents and carers may also find it insightful.

Requirements

A computer, mobile, or tablet and an internet connection

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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