Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years

The early years of childhood are critical for a person's development. Learning the significance of attachment and adverse experiences during this time is important to understand children’s mental health. Children can be exposed to several traumatic experiences throughout their early years, which can impact their current mental health and cause mental health concerns in later life. This course is essential for anyone looking to begin work with young children, those who work with children in their current role or even parents of a child in their early years, having a solid grasp on the importance of a child’s emotional wellbeing is vital.  

To complete this qualification, learners must be either working or volunteering in an early years setting. This is because part of the assessment involves keeping a reflective log – similar to a diary – where learners record and reflect on tasks they have carried out to demonstrate they meet the required criteria.