Free route to parent course
Early years professionals can access free training to gain a new nationally recognised qualification to help them involve parents in their children's learning.
The DCSF-funded training is part of the Parents, Early Years and Learning (PEAL) project, aiming to improve the education and social outcomes of children in disadvantaged areas. It is open to practitioners in children's centres, nurseries, pre-schools and to childminders. The level 3 unit can contribute to achieving the Working with Parents award.
Sue Owen, director of the Early Childhood Unit at the NCB, that leads PEAL, said, 'We are delighted that it is now possible for practitioners to obtain a nationally recognised award based on the PEAL training.'
Further information: www.peal.org.uk.
