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This course is designed for professionals working with young children, for example in Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) or early …
The module aims to address the following learning outcomes: Using inspiring, child-led and play-based approaches to develop children’s early learning …
After completing this course you should be able to: Identify the broad range of additional support needs that children in …
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Your learning will cover the following learning outcomes: How are early language and literacy linked to and build on other …
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By the end of this module you will be able to: Fully appreciate the role that parents play in supporting …
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In this module, you will develop an understanding of: How a range of social factors can impact on children’s health, …
General Information We have developed this resource as a response to the Early learning and childcare sector, who have asked …
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Learning outcomes include: Increased insight into activity analysis and grading to promote optimal independence
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Learning outcomes include: An increased appreciation of common MSN conditions and their co-exisiting presentations. Improved insight into MSN related factors …
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This course covers playwork intervention styles – approaches that adults can use to facilitate play and to work with individual …
This training course explores various aspects of risk in children’s play. It is relevant to people working with (or responsible for …
The session looks at play in relation to Adverse Childhood Experiences and its potential to be a protective factor for …
This training course introduces the concept of loose parts and explores the benefits this offers children in their play setting. …
Develop practitioner confidence in supporting children to assess and manage risks during their everyday experiences. Duration: Full Day What will …
This workshop provides our most up to date understanding of autism and includes examples of how autism affects different people …
For those who have completed the Creative Skills Training Programme, there is the opportunity to continue their learning and turn …
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Develop your creative confidence to put expressive arts at the heart of early years practice and create inspirational learning spaces …
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Develop your creative confidence to put expressive arts at the heart of early years practice and create inspirational learning spaces …
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This course is an interactive workshop where we look at the causes of behaviour and techniques to de-escalate situations, to …
The aims of this workshop are to understand the purpose and use of sign-supported communication, and how to use signing …
The course covers the following topics – the context for play in Scotland, why play is important, Getting it Right …
There are several teaching techniques and communication systems helpful to support a variety of daily living activities and skills. In …
Our inclusive play training aims to develop your inclusive play practice, and build your confidence in creating dynamic and imaginative …
This course provide tools for seeking children’s views and involving them in developing your services. It is relevant to anyone …
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Learning outcomes include: Improved insight into the importance of taking a positive approach and utilising ‘out the box’ thinking and …
Price£15 Parents/Carers £30 Professionals Delivery TypeFace to face Training ProviderSensationALL Growing up & Relationships Learning outcomes include:
This NDNA Scotland course will give you the skills to perform your role as designated lead for child protection. Duration: …
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Duration: half day Who should attend: all childcare practitioners Level: Intermediate What will I learn? Delegates will explore current understanding …
Course details Duration: Half day Who should attend: This course is aimed at all childcare practitioners, particularly those who wish …
This course looks at the current guidance on child-led participation and children’s rights in relation to participation. It is for …
This course looks at the current guidance on child-led participation and children’s rights in relation to participation. It is for …