Child Care and Development

What's included:

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
• 24/7 & Lifetime Access
• Online support
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The Child Care and Development course offers a deep dive into the essentials of care for children in their early years. It’s a thoughtful and structured programme that explores physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development in detail. From understanding behavioural patterns to recognising developmental milestones, this course provides a clear foundation in child care knowledge that supports healthier growth and more meaningful interactions. It shows how effective care shapes a child's wellbeing while also supporting those responsible for delivering it.

Whether you're already in a care role or simply want to build confidence around children’s needs, this course is a smart step forward. You’ll explore how children respond to different types of care, how environments affect their development, and how to adapt approaches based on age or circumstance. The course also covers communication, play, attachment, and daily routines—giving you a rounded perspective without being overwhelmed by jargon. Child care is more than watching over children—it’s about understanding them, guiding them, and responding to them with informed and thoughtful care.

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Learning Outcomes

• Understand child development stages from birth to early years.
• Apply care principles that support physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Recognise the importance of safe and nurturing care environments.
• Develop age-appropriate care strategies for different needs.
• Identify the role of communication in early years care.

Who is this course for?

• Parents looking to strengthen their care knowledge at home.
• Nursery staff working with children on a daily basis.
• Babysitters interested in formal care and child development.
• Teaching assistants supporting care routines in schools.
• Carers supporting children with additional developmental needs.

Career Path & Average UK Salaries

• Nursery Assistant – £20,000 per year
• Early Years Practitioner – £21,000 per year
• Child Care Worker – £22,000 per year
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistant – £24,000 per year
• Playworker – £19,500 per year
• Family Support Worker – £27,000 per year