02 Mar 2021
This qualification is being withdrawn
The operational end date (last date for new starts) of this qualification is 31/07/2021 and the certification end date is 30/10/2021.
Key Facts
Qualification purpose
Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
Qualification Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Why choose this qualification?
The primary purpose of this qualification is to increase the understanding of brain-friendly learning in order to become more skilled in supporting children’s learning.
For the Level 2 Award in Brain-friendly Learning for Children at Home qualification learners will take two mandatory units which cover the concept of brain-friendly learning and its relationship to the accelerated learning cycle, the structure and functions of the brain and how they relate to learning, intelligence types and learning styles. Also, the skills to plan and reflect on the use of a brain-friendly learning activity for children at home.
This qualification is not intended to lead to employment but the knowledge and skills gained would be useful if learners decided to train for and/or seek employment in a job role where they would be responsible for supporting children’s learning and development, such as a nursery nurse, classroom assistant, play worker or teacher. Individuals do not need any prior qualifications or specific levels of attainment but they must be aged 16 or over to take the qualification.
This qualification could support progression to a qualification in learning support or working with children, such as Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Childcare or a Cache Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. This qualification is available at two different levels (Levels 1 and 2). Learners are likely to benefit from the Level 2 Award if they have some experience already of working at Level 1 and/or 2 in other aspects of learning. Training providers should discuss which level would be most appropriate for each individual.
Rules of Combination
Learners must achieve the two mandatory units totalling 3 credits.
Units
Learners must achieve the two mandatory units totalling 3 credits.
Brain-friendly Learning
Brain-friendly Learning for Children at Home
What is the purpose of this qualification?
The primary purpose of this qualification is to increase learners understanding of brain-friendly learning in order to become more skilled in supporting your children’s learning. This qualification is suitable for learners if individuals wish to develop your understanding of brain-friendly learning as a means to accelerate their children’s learning.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
For this qualification you will take two mandatory units which cover:
• The concept of brain-friendly learning and its relationship to the accelerated learning cycle; the structure and functions of the brain and how they relate to learning; intelligence types and learning styles
• The skills to plan and evaluate their use of a brain-friendly learning activity for your children at home.
How is this qualification different from other, similar qualifications?
This qualification could support progression to a qualification in learning support or working with children, such as Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Childcare or a Cache Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
This qualification is available at two different levels (Levels 1 and 2). You are likely to benefit from the Level 2 Award if you have some experience already of working at Level 1 and/or 2 in other aspects of your learning; your training provider will discuss with you which level would be most appropriate for you.
Which sector does this qualification support?
This qualification is not intended to lead to employment but the knowledge and skills gained would be useful if learners decided to train for and/or seek employment in a job role where learners would be responsible for supporting children’s learning and development, such as a nursery nurse, classroom assistant, play worker or teacher.
What are the progression options?
This qualification could support progression to a qualification in learning support or working with children, such as Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Childcare or a Cache Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
What are the higher education progression options?
N/a
Progression & entry requirements
Learners do not need any prior qualifications or specific levels of attainment but learner must be aged 16 or over to take the qualification.Funding information
Learning Aims Search
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How to find a learning aim
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How to Use: Find a learning Aim
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The following support materials will help you to deliver this qualification.
Special Considerations and Reasonable Adjustment Forms