Why Childcare Training Matters Now More Than Ever
England’s national healthcare system has launched a major review of maternity and newborn services, led by Baroness Valerie Amos, aimed at investigating long-standing safety and quality concerns and inviting public feedback on experiences of inequality and care failures. This scrutiny highlights the urgent need for skilled childcare and early years professionals who understand best practices in child development, health, and welfare — a demand that quality training programmes can help meet.
Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Practice
With the healthcare sector under the spotlight, parents, regulators, and policymakers are increasingly focused on improving outcomes for families from birth. That makes professional childcare training not just beneficial, but essential for anyone working with infants, toddlers, and young children. Well-trained practitioners support safe, evidence-based care, early childhood learning and development, and effective engagement with NHS and education services.
Grow Your Skills and Confidence With Accredited Childcare Courses
At the London College of Professional Studies (LCPS), you can access a wide range of nationally recognised childcare and early years qualifications designed to build practical expertise that aligns with evolving professional expectations:
UK-accredited foundational courses such as NCFE CACHE Level 1 Certificate in Caring for Children. A strong foundation covering:
- Child safety and wellbeing
- Basic child development
- Understanding roles in childcare settings
Ideal for learners exploring childcare as a career or preparing for Level 2 progression.
- Intermediate and advanced options like TQUK Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner and NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education, helping you progress to practitioner roles.
🔹 TQUK Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
A popular qualification for those working (or planning to work) in:
- Nurseries
- Early years settings
- Pre-schools
Focuses on:
- Child development
- Health, safety, and safeguarding
- Supporting learning from birth to early childhood
🔹 NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare and Education
A recognised progression route for:
- Nursery practitioners
- Early years assistants
- Those aiming for senior or specialised roles
This qualification supports professional competence in education, care, and safeguarding, closely aligned with national standards.
- Specialist development including Level 2 Award in Babysitting and courses tailored to supporting early childhood learning, development, and residential care.
All of our programmes are flexible, Ofqual-regulated and can be completed online or at your own pace — ideal for busy professionals and aspiring childcare specialists.
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Train in Childcare
- Healthcare debates are raising awareness about quality, safety, and early support for families at childbirth and beyond.
- Early years professionals play a crucial role in supporting children’s physical, emotional and cognitive development from birth through early schooling.
- Accredited qualifications boost employability and practical impact in nurseries, early years settings, family centres and community support services.
Whether you’re just starting your career in childcare, seeking professional development, or responding to the growing policy emphasis on early life care, now is a strategic moment to invest in your skills and qualifications with LCPS