Child Development

What the course covers

This course provides an overview of child development from birth to five years, focusing on key stages across physical, cognitive, language and social development.

• Learners will understand typical developmental milestones and how children progress at different rates.
• The course explores factors influencing development, including environment, relationships and individual needs.
• It highlights the importance of early identification where progress may differ from expectations.
• Learners will explore how to support development through appropriate activities, interactions and routines aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Emphasis is placed on observation and planning.

What your team takes away

• Develop confidence in understanding child development and recognising key milestones. Strengthen your ability to observe, assess and support children effectively. Improve your planning and interactions to meet individual needs. Gain practical knowledge to promote positive development and contribute to high-quality early years practice aligned with EYFS expectations.

How it runs

The course opens in a browser on a phone, a tablet or a desktop, with nothing to install. Progress is saved as it goes, so someone can stop and pick it back up. The assessment sits at the end, and passing it issues a certificate with its own reference number that an inspector or an auditor can check.

Who it is for

Anyone working in Early Years, as part of CPD and Safeguarding.

Early Years CPD Safeguarding