Early Years: Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years

Course introduction

Take the next step in your early years career with the Early Years Specialist in working with Babies and Children Under 2 Years Skills Bootcamp – designed specifically for practitioners already working or volunteering in early years settings who are ready to deepen their expertise.

This specialist Skills Bootcamp builds on your existing experience, helping you develop advanced knowledge and practical skills to support the unique needs of babies and young children during the most critical stage of development. You’ll explore key areas such as infant development, attachment, safe sleep, and responsive caregiving, enabling you to provide high-quality, nurturing care that makes a lasting impact.

Delivered through a flexible blended learning model, the programme combines online trainer-led sessions with structured workplace application, allowing you to upskill while continuing in your current role.

Aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework, this training ensures your practice meets current regulatory requirements and supports your setting in achieving Ofsted expectations. Where required, you can also gain the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Working with Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years, further enhancing your professional profile.

Throughout the programme, you’ll strengthen key professional skills including communication, reflective practice, and working in partnership with parents and colleagues – helping you grow as a confident, knowledgeable, and highly skilled early years practitioner.

Advance your career. Enhance your practice. Make an even greater difference from the very start of a child’s life. Enrol now!

*Training is free for learners, there will be a small employer contribution towards funding for existing members of staff.”