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Early Years Education & Learning Support Skills

4-6 Weeks Classroom Education & Early Childhood
Education & Early Childhood

Early Years Education & Learning Support Skills

A foundational course in supporting young children's learning and development, covering play-based learning, developmental milestones, and inclusive learning-support techniques.

4-6 Weeks Flexible Learning Duration
Classroom Learn Your Way
Education & Early Childhood Gain Practical Skills
Certified Qualification
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Better Career Opportunities

Overview

Welcome to CNA

About the Course

This course builds the everyday skills of supporting a young child's learning — not through worksheets, but through the play-based activities and small, deliberate interventions that actually move a child's development forward.

It covers what a typical developmental milestone looks like at each age, and how to adapt an activity when a child in the group needs more support to reach it.

What You Will Learn

01
Play-based learning:

structuring play so it builds specific skills — language, fine motor, social — without it feeling like a lesson

02
Developmental milestones:

what to expect at each early-years age band, and when a delay is worth flagging

03
Inclusive learning support:

adapting an activity for a child with additional needs so they can take part alongside their peers

04
Observation and record-keeping:

noting what you see a child do, accurately and without over-interpreting it

05
Working with parents:

sharing observations and progress in a way parents find useful, not alarming

Course Summary

Key information about the course at a glance.

Entry Level Requirements

  • No prior qualification required
  • Suited to anyone currently working with, or planning to work with, children under five

Course Duration

4-6 Weeks

Certifications

Certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.

Course Fee & Payment Options

Please contact us for current fee.

Flexible payment options available.

Career Opportunities

Nursery Practitioner
Early Years Teaching Assistant
Learning Support Worker

Why Choose This Course

Recognised Qualification

Work towards Certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute, issued on successful completion of the programme.

Practical Knowledge

Skills and understanding you can apply directly in real Education & Early Childhood settings.

Flexible Learning

Delivered in the classroom over 4-6 weeks, so study fits around existing commitments.

Progression Opportunities

A firm base for further study and continued career development within Education & Early Childhood.

Benefits

Recognised Qualification

A qualification you can evidence — Certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.

Practical Understanding

A working understanding of day-to-day practice in Education & Early Childhood.

Hands-On Skills

Practical techniques you can put to use immediately.

Greater Confidence

The confidence to take on more responsibility at work.

Ongoing Support

Tutor guidance and structured materials throughout the course.

Progression Pathway

A recognised step towards further study in the same field.

Outcomes

Play-based learning
Developmental milestones
Inclusive learning support
Observation and record-keeping
Working with parents

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to the most common questions about our courses,
enrollment process and more.

What are the entry requirements?

No prior qualification required; Suited to anyone currently working with, or planning to work with, children under five

How long does the course take?

4-6 Weeks

How many face-to-face sessions are included?

The number of face to face taught sessions will be confirmed.

What is the course fee?

Please contact us for current fee.; Flexible payment options available.

Who is this qualification suitable for?
  • Nursery and early-years practitioners wanting a stronger grounding in learning support
  • Teaching assistants working in early-years or reception classrooms
  • Parents and childminders wanting a more structured understanding of early development
Can I pay the course fee in instalments?

Flexible payment options are available — speak to our admissions team about instalment plans.

What certification will I receive?

Certificate of completion issued by CNA Training Institute.

Are there any additional costs?

No hidden costs.; All charges will be communicated clearly at the time of enrolment.

What learner support is available?

Academic guidance, tutor support and learning resources throughout your course.