About the course

The Level 2 Introduction to Caring for Children & Young People course provides an introductory understanding of childcare, focusing on child development, the importance of play, healthy eating, and safeguarding. This online course is ideal for those looking to gain knowledge in childcare or for employees who need training in these key areas.

The course consists of five units:

Unit 1: Young Children’s Development
This unit covers the stages of development from birth to three years, highlighting how positive environments support children's growth.

Unit 2: The Value of Play to Young Children
Learners will explore the importance of play in children's development and discover various play activities suitable for children aged birth to five years.

Unit 3: Importance of Play for Early Learning
This unit focuses on how creativity and imagination support child development, including organizing activities like cooking and understanding the role of books and stories.

Unit 4: Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People
Learners will review legislation, guidelines, and procedures for safeguarding children, including e-safety, and learn how to respond to emergencies or suspicions of abuse.

Unit 5: Use Food and Nutrition Information to Plan a Healthy Diet
This unit teaches how to make healthy food choices for children, understand food labels, and ensure children receive a balanced diet.

This is a fully online course, and learners will gain access to an online portfolio upon completing the initial assessment.