Level 2 Technical Specialist in Neuroscience in Early Years:

Course overview:
This technical specialist qualification is designed for learners to develop an increased understanding of neuroscience in early years. It covers exploration of brain development in relation to holistic growth with a particular focus on self-regulation and how to nurture this in children from birth to 7 years. It also provides an opportunity for learners to acquire a number of practical and technical skills.

Assessments:

• Unit 1: Applying knowledge of neuroscience in early years
• Unit 2: Self-regulation and how to nurture this in children from birth to 7 years in settings

This qualification aims to:

• Increase learners awareness of neuroscience in the early years.
• Offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge.
• Provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills.

The objective of this qualification is to:

• Support learners to gain an understanding of neuroscience in early years.
• Support learners to progress to further and higher education.
• Extend the knowledge of the early years practitioner for improved practice.

Learning method:
Studying via Remote E-Learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure that you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.

This course is available Fully online.

During your course, a member of the team will contact you at least once a month. It is important that you are available to respond to this communication.

To help you stay on track, you will be provided with unit submission deadlines. Your first unit must be submitted within four weeks of your enrolment date.

Eligibility for funding: TBC 2026

If you would like more information, please call the Remote E-Learning Team on 0151 257 2179 or email: remote-e-learning@riversidecollege.ac.uk