Child Development & Care

Familiarise yourself with the expectations of child care providers and elevate your level of professionalism.

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Overview

The Child Development & Care course provides a comprehensive introduction to how children grow, learn and develop throughout childhood and adolescence. It explores the essential stages of child development while highlighting the importance of providing safe, healthy and supportive environments that promote children’s overall wellbeing.

Throughout the course, learners will gain valuable knowledge of child care, healthy living, child protection, cognitive and emotional development, language development, and the factors that influence children’s growth. The curriculum also examines common challenges that may arise during childhood and adolescence, helping learners better understand the needs of children at different stages of development.

Whether you are starting a career working with children or looking to expand your professional knowledge, this course from Thames College offers practical insights and child development resources to support your continuing professional development.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

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Learning Outcomes

► Understand the key stages of child development.
► Explain the physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of children.
► Recognise the factors that influence healthy child development.
► Understand the importance of child protection and safeguarding.
► Promote healthy food choices and healthy lifestyles for children.
► Identify ways to keep children healthy and safe.

Who is This Course For?

► Beginners interested in child development
► Students studying childcare, education or healthcare
► Parents and guardians
► Childcare practitioners
► Teachers and teaching assistants
► Healthcare and support workers

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Child Development & Care course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the Child Development & Care course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 139 GBP within UK
► 149 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

► Childcare Practitioner — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£31,000 per year
► Nursery Practitioner — Average UK Salary: £21,000–£30,000 per year
► Teaching Assistant — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£32,000 per year
► Family Support Worker — Average UK Salary: £25,000–£37,000 per year
► Childcare Support Worker — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£34,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01: Understanding Child Development

Module 02: Care for Children

Module 03: Healthy Food, Healthy Living

Module 04: Keeping Children Healthy and Safe

Module 05: Child Protection

Module 06: Play, Imagination and Creativity

Module 07: Factors That Influence Development

Module 08: Cognitive Development

Module 09: Social and Emotional Development

Module 10: Personality and Intellectual Development in Children

Module 11: Language Development in Children

Module 12: Problems in Childhood & Adolescence

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4.8 Average - 13 Reviews

★ Reviews

The course gave me a much better understanding of child development and practical ways of supporting children. The lessons were easy to follow and highly informative.

I found the modules on child protection and emotional development particularly useful. The content was well structured and has helped me feel more confident in working with children.

Course Curriculum

Child Development and Care
	Understanding Child Development	00:54:00
	Care for Children	00:25:00
	Healthy Food, Healthy Living	00:25:00
	Keeping Children Healthy and Safe	00:32:00
	Child Protection	00:23:00
	Play, Imagination and Creativity	00:26:00
	Factors That Influence Development	00:36:00
	Cognitive Development	00:25:00
	Social and Emotional Development	00:43:00
	Personality and Intellectual Development in Children	00:36:00
	Language Development in Children	00:32:00
	Problems in Childhood & Adolescence	00:41:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam – Child Development & Care	00:20:00
Final Exam
	Final Exam – Child Development and Care	00:20:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Child Development & Care	2 weeks, 1 day

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

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1. What is the Child Development & Care course about? +

This course introduces the key principles of child development and care, helping learners understand how children grow physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually. It also covers practical topics such as child protection, healthy living and supporting children throughout different stages of development.

2. Is this Child Development & Care course suitable for beginners? +

Yes. The course is designed for beginners as well as individuals looking to refresh or expand their knowledge. It provides a clear introduction to child development before exploring more detailed topics related to childcare and children's wellbeing.

3. What will I learn in this course? +

You will study child development, healthy lifestyles, child protection, cognitive and emotional development, language development and common childhood challenges. The course also provides useful child development resources to help build your understanding.

4. Who should take this Child Development & Care course? +

The course is suitable for parents, childcare practitioners, teachers, teaching assistants, healthcare professionals, students and anyone interested in supporting children. It is ideal for both personal learning and professional development.

5. +

Understanding child development helps you recognise children's changing physical, emotional and learning needs. This knowledge supports better communication, safer environments and more effective care throughout childhood.