Come and join this friendly introductory course in Child Psychology, to support adults understand how children develop in personalities and character, their behaviour, and the way they learn at different ages. 

This course is intended for people who are interested in understanding children's development through a supportive and informative approach with an experienced tutor.

At the end of the course, you will know more about;

• Different aspects of children’s development, including their social, emotional and physical development.
• Explore how a child’s environment and relationships shape their development.
• The work of well-known child psychologists and their ideas about how children learn.
• Being supportive with different aspects of children’s development in practical ways at home and/or at school.

The course is taught in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with an experienced tutor, and there is opportunity to meet and socialise with other in the group in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Learners with any special needs can discuss these with the tutor at the information session to ensure that the course is suitable or can be adapted for their needs.

 

This course is for 5 weeks, please check you can attend every session for the whole course.
If these dates or times are not suitable, we will be offering more courses later in the year.

Once you've registered your interest, you will receive emails from us to keep you updated and to provide you with more information.

At the first session, your tutor will offer you details about the course, and a chance to ask any questions.

Learners must be aged 19 or over from 1st August 2025.

Unfortunately you will not be eligible to enrol on this course if you live in Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell, Dudley, Solihull or Birmingham.

The course is FREE for those who are eligible to enrol on the course.

Brookside Central

Burford, Brookside, Telford. TF3 1LP

Tel: 01952 382180

Email: admin@brooksidecentral.co.uk

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Brookside Central is a thriving hub for social activity connecting people from across Brookside.

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At the end of the session the tutor will advise you on further learning opportunities. You can search for more courses on Learn Telford which we regularly update with details of new courses throughout the year.

Learners can also progress onto other child related courses including Child Development Level 1 & 2, Supporting Children's Learning Level 1 &2, Dyslexia Awareness Level 2.

For learners looking for work or who want a change in career, we can offer you advice to guide you in the right direction and opportunities to gain qualifications in English and maths in Functional Skills up to Level 2.

 

Opening Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Telephone: 01952 382888

Email: support@learntelford.ac.uk

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