Technical Specialist in Mental Health in the Early Years
Our technical specialist online course will support you in understanding mental health in young children in the early years (from birth to 5 years old). You will learn the role of the Early Years Practitioner to support children’s mental health and wellbeing. During the online course you will develop your knowledge on recognising mental health concerns in children, how to liaise with the child’s family, colleagues and other professionals to support children with mental health concerns and champion positive mental health in an early year’s setting.
Are You Eligible?
To ensure you are eligible for this online course, check if you align with our check list below:
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2025
Fully funded postcode area
The course is a knowledge and skills-based qualification. You will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement in an appropriate setting to be able to meet the course requirements.
You can get a qualification accredited by NCFE CACHE, (equivalent to GCSE-level qualifications) in as little as up to 10 weeks for free!
By committing 5-10 hours per week, you’ll boost your CV and increase your chances of finding job opportunities or an apprenticeship.
Level 2 courses typically lasting up to 10 weeks and Level 3 courses between 12 to 15 weeks.
Did you know? In the UK, approx. 1 in 10 children under the age of 5 experience mental health issues. By undertaking this course, you will develop your knowledge as an Early Years Practitioner with increasing your confidence to support early intervention for mental health and wellbeing in children in the early years.
Course Benefits
- Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
- Evidence your competency to employers
- Further your personal and professional development
- Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college
- Gain an understanding of mental health in the early years.
What Will You Learn
- Understand mental health for young children in the early years.
- The significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years.
- The role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years.
Full Course Title
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Specialist in Mental Health in the Early Years (Certificate)
