Baby rooms get a bad name, being traditionally associated with the staff who have the lowest-level qualifications, often working in isolation. Yet there is a training gap when it comes to these practitioners – not a great selection of continuing professional development (CPD) available. The EYFS states that at least half of all baby room staff have received training that specifically addresses the care of babies, but there is no further clarification as to what that training should cover or how it should be delivered.
‘Most Level 3 qualifications would specifically address the care of babies, especially the CACHE-endorsed courses which say at least 25 hours must be spent with babies,’ says Melanie Pilcher, quality and standards manager at the Early Years Alliance. Level 2 qualifications would not necessarily include this, however.
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