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Children and Young People's Mental Health Understanding - Level 2 Certificate
Many children experience mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and conduct disorder, which can be directly linked to their life experiences. The emotional health of a child is as important as their mental health, so it's c...
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Understanding Autism - Level 2 Certificate
This qualification aims to develop learners’ understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism - covering the person-centred approach and influence of positive communication methods, how to support posit...
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Understanding Behaviour that Challenges - Level 2 Certificate
Challenging behaviour is causing increasing concern today, as many individuals have increasing levels of stress and uncertainty in their lives. This behaviour can be due to factors such as anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities and ...
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Safeguarding and Prevent - Level 2 Certificate
In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Safeguarding is an essential part of any role that involves working with children, young people, or vulne...
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Introducing Caring for Children and Young People - Level 2 Certificate
It's essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care. This involves being aware of the potential risks they may face, such as abuse, exploitation, and unhealthy habits. Our course equips you with the knowledge ...
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Certificate in Understanding Autism - Level 3
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism. This wo...
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FGM (Abuse Linked to Faith or Belief)
Understand the links between the issues surrounding FGM (female genital mutilation), abuse linked to faith or belief and forced marriage. You will learn how to identify vulnerable people and how to report and act on such knowledge.
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Supporting Teaching and Learning - Level 2 NCFE CACHE Certificate
The Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning has been designed to provide learners with an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed when working directly with children and young people in school or college environment...
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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) - Diploma
To complete this Level 3 part time course, you will be required to find a voluntary placement or you can be in paid employment. You will need to have a minimum of two-years experience, including leadership roles within the setting, and&n...
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Caring for Children - Level 1 Diploma
Ideal for anyone considering a future career in caring for children, this Level 1 Diploma is the perfect course to kickstart your career. You'll gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills needed to care for young children effecti...
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Technical Occupational Entry for the Early Years Practitioner - Level 2
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Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Humanities)
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