Introduction to Neuroscience In Early Years

Course Overview

This qualification is designed for learners who wish to improve their knowledge of early brain development with the course covering key factors that may affect development in children, such as stress, adverse childhood experiences, and special educational needs and disabilities.

A knowledge of neuroscience can aid early years practitioners or individuals looking to work in this field; to improve the development, behaviours and outcomes of children they work with.

This qualification also explores the topic of self-regulation in early years. These are a critical set of skills that help children to remain calm, attentive, and able to deal with powerful emotions such as fear, anger and sadness. Children are not born with these skills; they develop them over time when they are supported to understand their feelings and actions by caring and responsive adults.