NCFE
Level 2
QN: 610/4509/3
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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Specialist in Mental Health in the Early Years (Certificate)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Technical Occupation Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 105 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
NCFE
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
105 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
The role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of communication for children’s mental health and wellbeing
- Understand the role of the practitioner to promote mental health and wellbeing in an early years setting
- Understand sources of support for children, families and practitioners
- Be able to work in partnership with professionals to support positive mental health and wellbeing in children
2
The significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand theory and approaches relevant to attachment in early years practice
- Understand the significance of attachment for mental health and wellbeing for children in the early years
- Understand brain development and functioning in the context of mental health in children in the early years
- Be able to recognise mental health concerns in children and respond appropriately
3
Understand mental health for young children in the early years
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand holistic health and wellbeing for children in the early years
- Understand how children’s mental health and wellbeing should be supported in early years provision
- Understand the role of the key person in relation to physical and mental health and wellbeing
- Understand mental health issues affecting children in early years
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/4509/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCFE
- Qualification Type
- Technical Occupation Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2025