Child Minding Training

Learn the essentials of child minding from A–Z. Flexible, online, career-focused training—built for today’s aspiring professionals.

Overview:

The Child Minding Training: Read A–Z course gives you a full run-through of everything you need to know to confidently support children in their early years. With carefully crafted content and clear explanations, this training suits anyone looking to build a career around childcare—whether starting fresh or seeking structure for existing knowledge. All modules are designed for online learning, making it convenient without compromising quality.

From understanding child development stages to managing daily routines and keeping young minds engaged, this course cuts through waffle and delivers what matters. You’ll learn how to create a safe, positive environment for children, understand their emotional and behavioural needs, and communicate with parents in a professional way. Straightforward, reliable and relevant—this is training with purpose, not fluff.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand child development from infancy through early childhood stages.
• Learn to manage behaviour calmly using age-appropriate techniques.
• Identify signs of emotional and social development in children.
• Explore how to create a safe, welcoming child-friendly setting.
• Gain skills to communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
• Develop routines that support children’s learning and daily wellbeing.

Who is this Course For:

• Those looking to begin a home-based child minding service.
• Parents interested in structured childcare knowledge and practices.
• Teaching assistants wanting extra insight into early childhood needs.
• Volunteers working in schools or early years settings.
• Nursery workers aiming to refresh their childcare understanding.
• Babysitters who want to approach child minding more professionally.
• School leavers exploring childcare as a future career option.
• Career changers wanting a fresh start in the childcare field.

Career Path:

• Childminder – £22,000 per year (self-employed rates may vary)
• Nursery Assistant – £18,500 per year
• Teaching Assistant (Early Years) – £20,000 per year
• Family Support Worker – £24,000 per year
• Early Years Practitioner – £21,000 per year
• Children’s Residential Support Worker – £23,500 per year