NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Specialist in Mental Health in the Early Years (Certificate)
Ref:
610/4509/3
Sector:
Health, Public Services and Care, Health and Social Care
Features:
Preparation for employment UCAS
Registration & certification fee:
£65.00
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
105
TQT:
130
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About this qualification
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to understand children's mental health in the early years (from birth to 5 years old) and learn about the role of the Early Years Practitioner in supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing. This is a knowledge- and skills-based qualification. Through achieving this qualification, learners will develop knowledge which would support progression to further qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care or education sectors.
The qualification builds on the outcomes within the Early Years Practitioner occupational standard (ST0888).
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to understand mental health in young children in the early years.
It may also be useful to learners studying qualifications in the following sectors/areas:
- mental health
- early years
- childminding
- support roles
What are the entry requirements?
Learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 1 qualification.
Learners should be at least 16 years old. We do not set any other entry requirements but colleges and training providers may have their own guidelines.
How is this qualification structured?
This qualification consists of three mandatory units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
This qualification can be completed in under one year.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
The learner must be working, volunteering or on practical placement in an appropriate setting to be able to meet the assessment requirements of this qualification.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
On completion, learners can progress onto qualifications within the following areas:
- safeguarding
- early years education
- mental health
- teaching and learning
Career opportunities
On completion, learners can progress onto the following job roles:
- mental health practitioner
- mental health nurse
- mental health assistant
- early years educator
- early years assistant
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Support materials
Qualification Specification (PDF | 433 KB)
Qualification Specification (Word) (DOCX | 267 KB)
Factsheet (PDF | 213 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
Sample Assessment Materials (Holistic) (PDF) (PDF | 218 KB)
Sample Assessment Materials (Holistic) (Word) (DOCX | 364 KB)
Unit breakdown
Understand Mental Health for Young Children in the Early Years (H/651/2484)
The Significance of Attachment and Adverse Childhood Experiences for Young Children in the Early Years (J/651/2485)
The Role of the Early Years Practitioner Supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing for Young Children in the Early Years (K/651/2486)