CPD: Babies and young children under two

We share all the details of a new, exciting opportunity for early years educators

Since September 2024, the expansion of the early entitlement offers has transformed early years education, allowing eligible working parents and carers to access 15 hours of funded early years education and care for babies as young as nine months. With this increased demand, a new qualification has been launched to enhance your skills and advance your career.

To support early years settings in delivering high-quality care and education for babies and young children under two, the Early Years Alliance is pleased to promote the new NCFE Cache accredited qualification: Level 3 Award in Working with Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years.

This qualification has been specifically designed to equip early years educators with the training, knowledge, and practical skills needed to provide the best possible care for babies and young children.

This award explores the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), alongside key non-statutory guidance, including Development Matters and Birth to 5 Matters. It offers an invaluable opportunity for professional development, allowing practitioners to gain expertise in caring for babies and young children under two years.

Please note: This Award is not considered a full and relevant Level 3 qualification for ratio purposes but serves as an excellent continuing professional development (CPD) opportunity.

The Early Years Alliance will deliver this course through a blended learning approach, offering flexibility.
The course structure includes: 

• small group virtual teaching sessions for interactive learning.
  
• online learning modules to study at your own pace.
• written tasks to demonstrate understanding.
  
• workplace observations by an experienced assessor to assess practical skills in action.
  

To enrol, learners must: be working or volunteering in an early year’s setting with babies and young children under two years.

• be at least 16 years old. have regular access to a laptop or PC.
• commit to three-to-four hours of study per week.
  

The qualification consists of one mandatory unit: Working with Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years in Adherence with Statutory Requirements.
This unit covers:

• holistic development in the earliest years.
• effective partnership working with families and professionals. physical care practices to support babies and young children’s wellbeing.
  
• nutritional needs and food and drink requirements for babies and young children.
  

• Gain specialist knowledge in providing high-quality care and education for babies under two years.
• Improve professional practice by enhancing understanding of EYFS safeguarding and welfare requirements.
  
• Strengthen career prospects with a recognised qualification designed for early years CPD.
  

Duration: Approximately three to four months

Course Fee: £550 – includes registration, certification, and Early Years Alliance student membership

Exclusive membership perks: Free access to EYA Learn online training courses and additional professional resources.

This is an incredible opportunity to expand your expertise, enhance career prospects, and provide the highest standard of care for our babies and young children. Don’t miss out!

Secure your place today and take the next step in your early years journey!

Register your interest here: bit.ly/u5-EYA-L3.