Emotional intelligence – being able to understand our own feelings and the feelings of others, and being able to control our emotions and exercise self control- is now recognised as being more important for success in life than I.Q. This course provides a clear practical guide for parents, teachers and support staff, showing them how to promote emotional intelligence and resilience in children. Study topics include: developing an awareness...

Learn how to use play therapy skills in your every day work with children! Whether you are a teacher, classroom assistant, nursery worker, or parent with young children, this course has something to offer. Play allows you to communicate with children in a way that is meaningful to them. It can also be a powerful teaching tool, and the course shows you how to use play to teach children essential personal, social and emotional skills. The course...

This online course provides an in-depth introduction to working in childcare. It is ideal for students who are considering a career in this area but are not currently able to attend a college course. The course is also a good foundation for further study, building up your knowledge of key areas and giving you a head start for the future. The course includes 6 modules and 6 assignments. Students are awarded a certificate of course completion on...

A strong foundation in understanding our education system, whether you are interested in careers in education or community development careers. The BA (Hons) Education and Community Development course offers students an in-depth understanding of how individuals are educated, influenced, informed and trained. It explores the sociology of education and childhood, and discuss the nature of communities and the concept of citizenship. This offers a...

A degree level qualification providing a stepping stone to a range of rewarding jobs working with children. The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree course is designed to offer a comprehensive and interdisciplinary preparation for working with children. It also provides a comprehensive understanding of early childhood development. Students learn how to relate appropriate theory to early childhood practice and gain an understanding of...

A useful formal qualification for anyone working in a support role in school. This distance learning course may suit staff who work in a school environment as well as those who work directly with children and young people. It covers a range of key areas, including safeguarding, communication and understanding the school context. The course is a good entry level qualification and if you are already working in this environment it could formalise...