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30-Hours Diploma in Physical Demands of Early Childhood

Credit hours

3

Explore how young children grow physically, from gross and fine motor skills to posture, balance and coordination. The course considers how physical activity supports cognitive and emotional growth, how to spot developmental delays, and the role of nutrition, rest and sensory play. Suitable for early years practitioners, nursery staff and parents.

What you'll cover

  1. 01Overview of Physical Development in Early Childhood
  2. 02Motor Skills Development: Gross and Fine Motor Skills
  3. 03Posture, Balance, and Coordination in Young Children
  4. 04Impact of Physical Activity on Cognitive and Emotional Growth
  5. 05Identifying and Addressing Physical Challenges and Delays
  6. 06Creating Safe and Supportive Physical Environments
  7. 07Role of Nutrition and Rest in Physical Development
  8. 08Sensory Stimulation and Its Influence on Physical Growth

30-Hours Diploma in Physical Demands of Early Childhood