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Mental Health in the Early Years

Mental health, the mind and behaviour | Staying healthy and caring at home

Free Courses in England
Free Courses in England

Explore key issues surrounding early years mental health. This free online course is designed for learners who wish to understand mental health in young children in the early years (from birth to 5 years old) and the essential role of supporting children in need.

  • Date (DD-MM-YYYY)

    08-08-2025 to 08-08-2026

    Available on-demand until 8th August 2026

  • Cost

    Free

  • Education type

    Article

  • CPD subtype

    On-demand

Description

This free online course aims to:

  • focus on the study of mental health within the context of young children in the early years
  • offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge. 

The objectives of this free online course are to:

  • understand key issues surrounding mental health for young children in the early years
  • understand the significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years
  • understand the role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years. 

There is no specific prior knowledge a learner must have for this qualification.

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