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All about this Understanding the EYFS course
This course incorporates all the Early Years Foundation Stage Updates, which came into place in September 2021.
This course is suitable for those working in Early Years and will enable you to have the skills and knowledge needed to implement the changes and ensure you are following them correctly.
This course will start with an introduction to the EYFS and why it has been changed. You will then explore in detail what the changes are and how you can implement the changes into your role and setting. You will also explore the relevant legislation that applies to the EYFS.
This course is suitable for people who work with young children in either a school, nursery or childcare environment.
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 3 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 3 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
- Fully CPD registered
- Suitable for those working in EYFS settings
- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Fully printed certificate posted next day
- Complete the online multiple choice assessment as many times as you need to pass
Units covered
- Unit 1 – Introduction to the EYFS – In the first unit, you will be introduced to what the course will cover, you will then explore what the EYFS is and relevant statutory framework for the EYFS. You will then consider why the EYFS is being changed and the timeline for the changes.
- Unit 2 – What are the changes? – In this unit you will gain insight into the new updates, including changes to educational programs, The 2021 Development Matters and the four guiding principles. You will explore the minor changes to the safeguarding and welfare requirements and you will also cover the different assessments stages.
- Unit 3 – Relevant Legislation – In this unit you will explore the relevant legislation that applies to EYFS. Including the Food Safety Act, The Education Act 2002, The Children Act 1989, Every Child Matters 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018 etc. Each piece of legislation will be summarised with what applies to EYFS.
- Unit 4 – How to implement changes – In the final unit of our Early Years Foundation Stage 2021, you will cover how you can implement the EYFS changes into your role and setting. You will explore what is remaining the same, how to design a curriculum, new requirements for oral health, communication skills, assessment arrangements, etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this course and others that we offer. If you still have any questions, simply contact our course advisors on 0800 077 3063 or email hello@cpdonline.co.uk.
How long does the course take to complete?
This course takes a few hours to complete and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can buy the course and start at any time. You can also begin your learning, stop and come back to the course to pick up where you left off.
Is this Understanding the EYFS 2021 course accredited?
Yes the course is fully accredited through the CPD Certification Service. They review all of our content to check for quality, depth and that the material is fully up-to-date. Each year our membership with the service is renewed and all courses are thoroughly checked prior to being accredited.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. We also then send a fully printed copy to you by first class post.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate after finishing this course lasts for 2 years until expiry which is when we recommend completing the training again. Some industries may require an update to CPD more frequently than this and others may not but, as a standard rule, we recommend completing the Understanding the EYFS 2021 course every 2 years to ensure it is fresh in your mind and you understanding the latest regulations.
What are the benefits of completing this Understanding the EYFS 2021 course online?
By completing this course online you can study in your own time and at your own pace. Having the ability to complete the units at a time to suit you engages your learning much more and enables you to interact and soak up the information easier.
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This course has been checked and assured for quality and accuracy by RoSPA, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, to ensure it meets their exacting standards and is up-to-date. Formed over 100 years ago, RoSPA are committed to increasing safety measures and reducing accidents throughout numerous industries as well as campaigning for better standards in health and safety worldwide.
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