Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage

Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage

This Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course introduces you to the expectations of the Early Years Foundation Stage. The Early Years Foundation Stage, commonly referred to as the EYFS is a framework that all Early Years providers, including childminders, must follow. The course can also act as a refresher for those wanting to update their knowledge.

The course will introduce you to some of the key documents and legislation that relate to Early Years providers, the process for registering with Ofsted and the various policies and procedures that need to be in place. It also covers learning and development requirements, how to observe and assess the progress of children in your care and the safeguarding and welfare requirements laid out in the EYFS Framework.

Course syllabus includes:

• Introduction to EYFS
• Observations & Assessment
• Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements
• Ofsted

Certificate in Handling Information in a Care Setting:

• PDF format certificates are issued as standard, as soon as you complete the course.

Course duration:

• The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course includes around 60 minutes of video lead learning.

Test:

• The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course is tested online & you’ll need to gain a minimum of 70% in each of the modules to pass.
• There are short tests throughout to help cement your learning.
• You will undertake a multiple choice exam at the end of the course.

Pre-requisites:

• We recommend that you have a reasonable understanding of English & maths (e.g. GCSE grade D/Level 1) before undertaking this course.

Candidates:

• Purchase a place for yourself, or purchase a bundle for your colleagues.

Geographical coverage:

• The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course is available to candidates in the UK.
• The course can be delivered in other countries. Candidates should be aware that the content was developed in accordance with current UK practice, protocols & guidance.

Venue:

• The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course can be run on any electronic device. We recommend that a laptop/desktop is used to ensure that you can see the screen clearly.

Joining instructions:

• Shortly after you purchase your place on the course, we will email you your login details for the course.
• Visit this page to read the course joining instructions including everything you need to know about our e-learning courses.

Links:

• Early years foundation stage (EYFS)