Behaviour Management in the Early Years – Level 2

Welcome to our Behaviour Management in the Early Years – Level 2 online course. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Behaviour management in the early years refers to the strategies used by educators and caregivers to support and guide young children. It involves creating a positive and structured environment that promotes positive social interactions, self-regulation, and emotional well-being for young children.

This module looks at the different strategies of behaviour management in the early years and what adults can do to help and support children.

Who is the course for?

This Behaviour Management in the Early Years online course is suitable for the following:

• Practitioners 
• Well-being and emotional needs coordinator (WENCO)
• Childminders
• Adults interested in the well-being and emotional needs of young children.

What is covered in this course?

This Behaviour Management in the Early Years online course covers the following:

• Introduction
• Session 1 – Factors affecting behaviour
• Session 2 – Learning styles 
• Session 3 – The role of the adult
• Session 4 – Positive behaviour strategies.
• End of course assessment.

Course aims

The aims of this Behaviour Management in the Early Years online course are to:

• Understand the factors affecting the behaviour and learning styles of children in the early years.
• Assist in understanding the role of adults and positive behaviour strategies.

Learning objectives

This Behaviour Management in the Early Years online course will:

• Discuss the reasons why children misbehave.
• Establish plans and strategies to effectively manage children’s behaviour, considering their needs and learning styles.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this Behaviour Management in the Early Years online course, the learner will be able to:

• Identify why children misbehave.
• Plan strategies to manage behaviour effectively based on a child’s learning style.

Why is this course essential?

Managing children’s behaviour is important for their developmental needs, social and emotional development and self-esteem.

Children learn best if they have routine, discipline and boundaries put in place that are fair and manageable given their age and stage of development. Children flourish when they know how they are expected to behave. They gain respect through interaction with caring adults who show them respect and value their individual personalities.