Early Years PDP - places available for February 2023

Offering funded training for early years practitioners working with 2-4 yrs in England, the Early Years Professional Development Programme (EYPDP) is delivered flexibly with online learning and group webinars available at a variety of times to fit around busy lifestyles.

The EYPDP is funded by the Department for Education (including funding available for practitioners’ time to take part). Pre-reception practitioners from schools and private, voluntary and independent settings (PVI), as well as childminders are eligible, with priority given to applications from Settings that meet certain criteria.

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The Early Years Professional Development Programme is now accepting applications for the latest phase of the training, beginning 6 February 2023.

The flexible study programme offers a high-quality CPD programme across England, facilitated through online self-study and regular facilitated webinars. Areas covered include:

• Early communication and language

• Early mathematics

• Personal, social and emotional development (PSED)

The training is designed for childminders and early years practitioners, qualified to Level 3 or above, who regularly work with disadvantaged children aged 2-4 (*eligibility criteria applies).

To find more information on eligibility and how to apply please visit the EYPDP website.

Early years practitioners should discuss with their line managers before applying.