Unit 2 of Certificate of Professional Development in Work with Children and Young People develops practitioners' knowledge and understanding of the development and care of babies under one year. It considers in depth the overall needs of babies, with emphasis on the theory and current research that informs day to day practice. It also examines the roles and responsibilities of managers, supervisors and sole professional carers such as nannies and childminders.

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

• explain the theories relating to progression of overall development from birth to 1 year
• analyse the role of professionals in identifying needs and promoting babies' development
• examine how professionals can work together to meet babies' identified needs
• describe organisational and individual good practice when working with babies
• relate practice with babies to the themes and principles of the EYFS

Assessment is through one written assignment

Total guided learning 60 hours

Audience:

This course is open to Level 3 qualified Early Years practitioners working or wishing to work with babies in Bristol settings

Date/Time:

Subject to demand, starting November 2010

Venue:

To be Agreed

Tutor:

Julia Davies

Cost:

£495 - includes CACHE registration, materials and textbook

Experience Necessary:

Must hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years and Childcare and you should have some continuing contact with babies in an Early Years & Childcare setting.

Outcome:

Successful candidates will be awarded a L3 CPD Unit Certificate - or the full CPD award if they have already successfully completed two of the award’s other Units, including the mandatory Unit 1 – Individual Professional Development.