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An integral part of a professional childminding service is developing effective partnerships with parents. In this course you will learn
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An integral part of a professional childminding service is developing effective partnerships with parents. In this course you will learn
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Bumps2Bairns.com provides advice on all aspects of children’s development from pre-birth to starting school, including identifying what is “normal” and
The module aims to address the following learning outcomes: Using inspiring, child-led and play-based approaches to develop children’s early learning
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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,
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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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Be confident your outdoor environment supports risky play for all children. Duration: Half day Who should attend: All practitioners Level:
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This online Self Study Course looks at how practitioners can work with families to share their focus on the importance
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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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In our first Understanding Challenging Behavior course you get to explore some of the causes of challenging behavior and discuss
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A series of 8 sessions, taking staff, parents and children outdoors, supporting attachment and bonding through natural play. Max of
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Managing risk in play covers the following themes: the policy context for play in Scotland, including guidance from the regulator,
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This discussion-based workshop offers you the opportunity to think about and discuss disability. We share different perspectives and outline models
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Learning outcomes include: Improved insight into the importance of taking a positive approach and utilising ‘out the box’ thinking and
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Increase your confidence in having difficult conversations with parents and professionals. Course details Duration: Half day Who should attend: Suitable
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