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Training
At Reach4Skills we offer a range of accredited courses. These provide continuous professional development, ideal for people already in work or for those looking for a new career path.
Our Courses
Level 2 Courses:
Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition
Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years
Introducing Caring For Children And Young People
Principles Of Working With Individuals With Learning Disabilities
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Understanding Behaviour That Challenges
Understanding Children And Young People’s Mental Health
Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses
Understanding Mental Health In The Early Years
Understanding Nutrition And Health
Understanding Safeguarding And Prevent
Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
The Benefits
Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
Learn in your own time without having to attend college
Evidence your competency to employers
Improve your CV and employability prospects
Further your personal and professional development
Equality & Diversity
Course Overview
If you want to learn about equality and diversity in different contexts, this course will give you a great understanding of the different issues affecting equality and diversity in society today. You will gain an insight into the wide-ranging legislation that's needed to create a workplace centred on fairness, dignity and respect.
What will I learn?
The importance of equality and diversity within different contexts.
The different issues affecting equality and diversity in society.
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Office Manager
Travel Agency Manager
Human Resources Officer
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition
Course Overview
Getting fit and healthy can be a daunting prospect when you first start out on your fitness journey, so it's important to be fully aware of how to best do this for you.
The Level 2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition will enable you to develop the skills you need to reach your health and fitness goals.
What will I learn?
Understanding Health, Well-Being and Exercise
Understanding the Role of Nutrition in Exercise
Plan and Prepare for Personal Exercise and Nutrition
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Fitness Instructor
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Personal Trainer
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years
Course Overview
Around 90% of brain growth occurs before the age of three. Self-regulation in the early years is a critical set of skills that help children to remain calm, attentive, and able to deal with their emotions.
A knowledge of neuroscience can help early years practitioners to improve the development, health, behaviour and outcomes of the babies and children they work with.
What will I learn?
Understanding neuroscience in early years
Understanding self-regulation and how to nurture this in children from birth to seven years
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Teaching Assistant
Nursery Worker
Learning Mentor
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Course Overview
It's essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children under your care. This involves being aware of the potential risks they may face, such as abuse, exploitation, and unhealthy habits. Our course equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect children from these dangers, including accident prevention and fire safety measures. You will also learn about key aspects of parenting, such as parental rights and responsibilities, and promoting a healthy lifestyle for children.
What will I learn?
Caring for Young Children in a Babysitting Environment
Accident Prevention and Fire Safety When Babysitting
Rights and Responsibilities in Relation to Parenting
Parenting and Healthy Lifestyles
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Social Worker
Foster Carer
Youth Worker
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Course Overview
Key to the Health and Social Care sector are those who assist people with learning disabilities. This course covers a wide range of conditions, as well as an in-depth coverage of the legislation you will likely come across in a care career.
This Level 2 course will ensure your knowledge is up to date and is primarily for those within healthcare and social care but may also be useful to those working in education or housing support roles.
What will I learn?
The context of supporting individuals with learning disabilities
Principles of safeguarding and protection in health and social care
Introduction to personalisation in social care knowledge
Principles of positive risk-taking for individuals with disabilities
Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions
Principles of supporting individuals with a learning disability to access healthcare
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Learning Disability Nurse
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assistant
Online Tutor
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Course Overview
Adverse childhood experiences can be direct, such as physical abuse, or indirect, for example the the divorce of parents. They have been shown to drastically impact a child's development, and can even lead to premature death. This course will give you the skills needed to support people with ACEs and help them overcome obstacles.
What will I learn?
Exploring childhood and family structures
Introduction to adverse childhood experiences
Developing strategies to improve outcomes for children affected by adverse childhood experiences
This course is particularly suited for anyone working to work in the education or care sector, but is valuable knowledge for any individual.
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Nursery Worker
Health Play Specialist
Learning Mentor
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Autism
Course Overview
Having a clear understanding of the misconceptions, diagnoses and support surrounding autism are just some of the essential skills needed when working in mental health. This course is also ideal for anyone who wants to understand more about neurodivergence and decrease misinformation around autism.
What will I learn?
How autistic people process sensory information
The characteristics that may be present in autistic individuals
The conditions that commonly occur with autism
Common misconceptions surrounding autism
How speech, language and communication may differ in autistic people
How legislation and guidance underpins support
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Teaching Assistant
Nursery Worker
Training Officer
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Course Overview
If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this qualification is a great way to build your knowledge.
You will learn about what ‘behaviour that challenges’ means, why some people display this behaviour and the impact it can have.
What will I learn?
What is meant by the term 'behaviour that challenges'?
How to recognise changes in individuals that may indicate an episode of challenging behaviour
The importance of non-verbal communication
How reflection on an incident can assist in managing future behaviour
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Teaching Assistant
Nursery Worker
Learning Mentor
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health
Course Overview
Many children experience mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, and conduct disorder, which can be directly linked to their life experiences.
The emotional health of a child is as important as their mental health, so it's crucial for those working with children and teens to have a solid understanding of mental health concepts, risk factors, and impacts.
What will I learn?
Children and young people’s mental health in context
Factors which may affect children and young people’s mental health
Children and young people’s mental health concerns
The impact of children and young people’s mental health concerns
How to support children and young people with mental health concerns
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Teaching Assistant
Health Play Specialist
Social Work Specialist
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses
Course Overview
This course will give you an understanding of the common health conditions that present themselves in children, and how infections can be spread in childcare settings.
The course is ideal for people who work with children, such as early years practitioners, residential support workers and childhood protection services.
What will I learn?
Understanding how to provide a safe and healthy environment for babies and young children
Understanding common childhood illnesses
Understanding health emergencies and specific health conditions in early years setting
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Nursery Worker
Residential Support Worker
Child Protection Officer
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years
Course Overview
Whether you're involved in working with young children or just have a keen interest in the subject, it's crucial to acknowledge the importance of a child's emotional well-being.
You will learn about statutory requirements that are needed in early years settings, including the vital role of the key person in supporting children.
What will I learn?
Mental health for young children in the early years
The significance of attachment and adverse childhood experiences for young children in the early years
The role of the Early Years Practitioner supporting mental health and wellbeing for young children in the early years
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to roles such as:
Teaching Assistant
Nursery Worker
Learning Mentor
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Nutrition and Health
Course Overview
Whether you work in the healthcare or fitness industry and want to enhance your knowledge, or if want to make some lifestyle changes yourself, this course is the perfect starting point.
This course will cover the different diets that children and older people need to make sure they are healthy and strong, additionally, you will learn what can cause an eating disorder and how to manage them.
What will I learn?
Exploring principles of healthy eating
Considering nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
Using food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
The principles of weight management
Understanding eating disorders
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to a variety of roles, such as:
Health Promotion Specialist
Health Visitor
Nutritionist
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
Course Overview
In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Safeguarding is an essential part of any role that involves working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
This nationally recognised Level 2 qualification delves into various aspects of safeguarding, including identifying signs of abuse, understanding legal and ethical responsibilities, implementing effective reporting procedures, and ensuring the well-being of children and young adults.
What will I learn?
Understanding the Prevent duty
Understanding safeguarding
Understanding online safety
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to a variety of roles, such as:
Local Government Administrative Assistant
Higher Education Lecturer
Social Worker
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Course Overview
Around 15% of people have a learning difficulty, which means they can find it harder to learn certain skills. You will learn about a range of specific learning difficulties. It's great for people working in a variety of sectors, such as healthcare, social care and education.
What will I learn?
The characteristics of ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and dyscalculia
How specific learning difficulties can affect children and adults in different ways
The importance of early diagnosis
The various assessment methods available to diagnose specific learning difficulties
How individuals can be supported to gain, start and continue with study and employment
Course length and structure
This course takes 12-24 weeks to complete. We advise spending 10 hours per week completing work online, which can be done at any time that suits you.
Once enrolled, all deadlines will be shown in your online course portal.
You will be assigned a Tutor who will support you throughout your course, who will be contactable via email.
Your Tutor will mark your work and return it within 7 days with feedback.
Once your course is complete, we will apply for your certificate. This will be sent to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be beneficial to a variety of roles, such as:
Learning Mentor
Learning Disability Mentor
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching
Accreditation
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, which is recognised by the UK Department of Education and regulated by Ofqual. NCFE CACHE are a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience.
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner
The Level 4 Certificate for the Early Years Advanced Practitioner aims to provide professional development opportunities for practitioners working in the Early Years workforce at Level 3. This qualification will embrace the wealth of experience of the Level 3 Early Years Workforce, and challenge learners in both their daily practice and theoretical understanding. You will acquire and use skills of leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection as you complete the qualification through work-based learning opportunities.
What does this course cover?
The content covers the age range from 0-5 years and includes the following areas:
Enabling Children to Learn
Promoting health and well-being through physical activity and nutrition co-ordination in the early years
Working with others to support children with additional needs, including Special Educational Needs and Disability
Working with families and other professionals in early years settings
Implementing change in an early years setting incorporating a small scale research project
Learners will develop and use skills of leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection as they complete the qualification through work-based learning opportunities.
Who is it suitable for?
Suitable for learners aged 18 and over, who are currently employed as an early years Level 3 practitioner.
It would suit learners who are looking to develop leadership and specialist skills for use in their current role, or in preparation to take on a specialist role such as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator or a Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator.
It would also suit learners who want to progress to further learning to take on a position of leadership within the setting.
Entry Requirements
Learners must be 18+ and hold a full Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification. You must also be employed in an Early Years setting to complete this qualification.
Progression Opportunities
Level 5 qualifications such as the Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services.
This qualification will prepare learners for study at a higher level, for example a Foundation Degree in Early Years.
Although the qualification will not be eligible for UCAS points, it could provide evidence for a personal statement to enable mature students to enter Higher Education.
Course Fee: £750
Explore our payment plan options at the checkout.
Click here to read our Terms of Service. Please make sure you have carefully read through these before booking your course.
How Are Our Courses Delivered?
Delivery
Courses are taken online via distance learning.
This allows you to plan your study time and learn at a time that suits you.
Your Tutor will be available to support and guide you throughout your study, even though you will be working away from them.
Your Tutor will be an expert in your field of study.
At the start of your course you will be provided with a support and study plan that offers key information to guide you through your course.
The submission dates of your written assignments will be agreed at the start of your course to support you and keep you on track with your learning.
Taking the Course
You will be issued workbooks focussing on the topics in your chosen subject.
There will be informal activities to complete in these workbooks to consolidate your knowledge.
In the last section of the workbooks you are given the opportunity to complete the extension activities.
When the workbooks are complete you will be asked to complete assessments.
Assessing Your Work
Your Tutor will review the assessments you submit via written feedback.
You may be asked to amend answers that do not meet the criteria. Your Tutor will explain what is needed before resubmitting.
Your Tutor will confirm when all the criteria has been met & your work will be submitted for moderation.
A sample of your work may be reviewed by an external moderator for quality checking both your work and your Tutor’s marking/feedback.
When you have successfully achieved all the assessments for the qualification your certificate will be requested from your Awarding Organisation and sent to you in recognition of your achievement.