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Child Development and Care

Nurture young minds! Child Development & Care course teaches you to raise healthy, happy children. Learn play, safety, problem-solving & more.

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Overview of Child Development and Care

Children’s development is shaped by every interaction, meal, and environment around them, yet many carers lack structured knowledge. With rising demand for qualified childcare professionals and stronger safeguarding.

You need more than instinct to support a child’s growth effectively. You need structured knowledge of child development stages, health, behaviour, and safeguarding practices. This child development course gives you a clear, practical child development overview so you can confidently support children from infancy through adolescence.

You will explore child development by age, including emotional, cognitive, and social milestones. The course also covers care for children, including infant care, toddler care, nutrition, and everyday childcare advice. You will learn how healthy food for children supports long-term wellbeing and how lifestyle choices impact child diet and development.

Safeguarding is a major focus, including child protection course principles, child protection policy, and safeguarding children responsibilities in UK settings. You will also examine environmental factors that affect child development, external factors that affect child development, and common child mental health and behavioural concerns.

By the end, you will understand how to apply evidence-based strategies in real childcare environments and respond effectively to developmental and behavioural needs, giving you the confidence to work professionally in childcare, education, or support roles.

Get a Quick Look at The Course Content:

This Child Development and Care Course will help you to learn:

Analyse 7 stages of child development and identify key milestones at each age
Apply infant care techniques to support healthy physical and emotional growth
Design age-appropriate toddler care routines that promote independence and safety
Evaluate child development stages to recognise delays or advanced progression
Implement child protection procedures aligned with UK safeguarding standards
Assess environmental factors that affect child development in real-world settings
Support cognitive development in children through structured learning activities
Identify child's speech and language development patterns and early concerns
Manage common behaviour problems children may present in educational settings
Recognise early signs of childhood disorders and respond appropriately

This course covers the topic you must know to stand against the tough competition. The future is truly yours to seize with this Child Development and Care. Enrol today and complete the course to achieve a certificate that can change your career forever.

Module Highlights of This Child Development and Care Course

Understanding Child Development – Build a strong foundation in growth patterns from infancy to adolescence
Care for Children – Learn practical daily routines for safe and effective childcare support
Healthy Food, Healthy Living – Explore how nutrition directly influences growth and behaviour
Keeping Children Healthy and Safe – Develop essential skills in hygiene, safety, and wellbeing practices
Child Protection – Understand safeguarding responsibilities and UK child protection standards

Course Description

Perks of Learning with IOMH

One-to-One support from a dedicated tutor throughout your course.
Study Online — whenever and wherever you want.
Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course.
Instant PDF Certificate.
100% Money Back Guarantee.
12 Months Access.

Process of Evaluation

Complete the assignment questions at the end of your course and score 60% or higher to pass each exam. Our expert trainers will review your work and provide helpful feedback.

Once you pass the “Diploma in Child Development and Care at QLS Level 5” exam, you can request an official Quality Licence Scheme endorsed certificate for an additional fee. This certificate proves your new skills and knowledge.

Quality Licence Scheme – Endorsed Certificate of Achievement

After you successfully complete the course, you’ll have the option to purchase an official QLS Endorsed Hardcopy Certificate with Transcript. This official certificate, accredited by the Quality Licence Scheme, will carry the title “Diploma in Child Development and Care at QLS Level 5”.

For just £119, you can obtain this recognised QLS Endorsed Certificate and enhance your professional profile. An extra £10 postage charge will be required for internationl students.

Important:
The Institute of Mental Health is officially approved by Apex Learning as a resale partner for QLS-endorsed courses.

CPD Accredited Certificate

Upon successfully completing the final assessment, you’ll unlock a CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement—a valuable credential that demonstrates your commitment to professional development. The PDF Certificate is priced at £8.99 and will be emailed to you immediately. Also, A printed Hard copy Certificate can be purchased for £15.99 and will be sent to your address by post.

Endorsement

This expertly designed course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme, highlighting its quality and value as a non-regulated training programme. Although it is not regulated by Ofqual and does not lead to an accredited qualification, it offers an excellent opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills. The Institute of Mental Health can provide guidance on recognition and progression opportunities, including routes into further or higher education. For more information, please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Who Is This Course for?

Aspiring childcare professionals entering the UK early years sector
Nursery assistants and practitioners seeking formal upskilling
Teaching assistants working in primary or early years education
Parents and guardians wanting deeper knowledge of child development
Career changers moving into childcare or education roles
Social care or youth support workers expanding safeguarding skills
Individuals seeking foundational knowledge in child development courses
Complete beginners interested in structured child care courses

Requirements

You don’t need any educational qualifications or experience to enrol in the Child Development and Care course.

Do note: You must be at least 16 years old to enrol.

Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course.

Career Path

Nursery Assistant — £18,000 to £22,000/year Supports daily care for children, routines, and early learning activities in nursery settings.
Childcare Worker — £18,000 to £24,000/year Provides hands-on child care, supervision, and developmental support for young children.
Teaching Assistant (Early Years) — £19,000 to £25,000/year Supports classroom learning and applies child development stages in educational activities.
Crèche Assistant — £19,000 to £24,000/year Supervises children in short-term care while promoting safe and engaging play.
Early Years Practitioner — £20,000 to £26,000/year Plans activities aligned with child development by age and EYFS learning outcomes.
Playworker — £20,000 to £27,000/year Encourages creativity, imagination, and cognitive development in children through structured play.
Nanny — £22,000 to £35,000/year Delivers personalised infant care and toddler care within home environments.
Family Support Worker — £23,000 to £32,000/year Supports families with childcare advice, wellbeing, and home-based development strategies.
Child Protection Officer — £28,000 to £40,000/year Ensures compliance with child protection policy and safeguarding procedures in UK settings.
Early Years Coordinator — £30,000 to £42,000/year Oversees programmes focusing on child development overview and early learning quality.
Behaviour Support Practitioner — £28,000 to £40,000/year Manages behaviour problems children may experience in school or care environments.
Child Development Specialist — £32,000 to £50,000/year Assesses child development stages and supports interventions for learning or behaviour needs.
Safeguarding Lead — £35,000 to £55,000/year Leads safeguarding children procedures and ensures compliance with child protection course standards.
Early Years Manager — £38,000 to £60,000/year Manages childcare settings, staff, and curriculum based on child development knowledge.
Childcare Centre Director — £45,000 to £70,000+/year Oversees full operations, safeguarding, and strategic development of childcare courses delivery environments.

Career Progression Narrative

You can begin in entry-level childcare roles such as nursery assistant or childcare worker with no prior experience. As you build skills in child development stages, infant care, and safeguarding children, you can progress into practitioner or teaching assistant roles. With experience and leadership skills, you can move into safeguarding lead or coordinator positions. Within 3–5 years, many learners advance into management roles in early years education and childcare services.

Start Your Journey Today with IOMH

Childcare roles in the UK are becoming more regulated, and trained professionals are in higher demand than ever. Building strong knowledge of child development gives you a real advantage in this growing field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the 7 stages of child development?

The seven stages commonly include newborn, infant, toddler, preschool, school-age, adolescence, and young adulthood. Each stage involves important physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development milestones.

Q. What are the 4 domains of DAP?

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) focuses on four key domains: physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development. These areas help guide effective learning and care for children.

Q. What is child development?

Child development is the process through which children grow and change physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually from infancy through adolescence. Positive support and experiences help healthy development.

Q. What are the 7 basic needs for a child?

Children need love, safety, nutrition, healthcare, education, emotional support, and opportunities for play and social interaction. Meeting these needs supports healthy growth and wellbeing.

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For International Delivery, it will take 20-25 days.

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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 and Care	00:20:00
Final Exam
	Final Exam – Child Development and Care	00:20:00