Native English?
Do you speak Dutch, but are you feeling more secure with the English language? Then this version of the e-learning ‘Babies in daycare’ is the right fit for you! You work as an English native speaker at a daycare, you understand the texts better because you’ve followed an education in English and/or English is your native language.
‘Babies in daycare’ is a translation of the Dutch version of the e-learning ‘Baby’s in de kinderopvang’. It is IKK-certified. The theory and practical assignments have been translated into English. The articles in the library are in Dutch.
Why is it important to take this course?
- Babies ask for a different approach compared to toddlers, preschoolers, and school children. As a baby-expert, you want to be able to act based on specialist knowledge.
- We know more and more about babies from scientific research. Many brain studies have been done on babies and we are happy to share the results with you. Acting on the basis of this latest knowledge ensures even more quality in the daycare.
- The care and stimulation during the first 1000 days will have a major impact on a child’s development, behavior, learning ability, health and well-being. The result of the treatment of the baby in these first few years is still noticeable when they are adults. This is the reason why your actions are of great importance. You will have a great influence on the rest of the baby’s life. Which is extraordinary, right?
For whom?
This course is meant for everyone who is working with babies in daycare. Maybe you already have years of experience working with babies, or you just graduated. Maybe you are very driven to learn more about babies. Or maybe you are taking this course because your manager requires its employees to be certified to work with babies.
IKK-certified
In the Netherlands this course is ‘IKK-certified’. To be allowed to work with babies in daycare in the Netherlands, it is mandatory to have completed additional training. As of January 1, 2025, anyone working with babies in daycare needs to have an official certificate proving that they have completed a training specialising in babies in daycare. Your certificate from this course is officially recognised.
Practical assignments
This course also contains ‘Practical assignments’ in which we ask you to carry out practical assignments at your own nursery. We invite you to include your colleagues, coach and manager in your learning progress, by asking them to collaborate with you on the practical assignments. Our team consisting of specialised educationists and subject-matter experts will grade your assignment and will provide feedback.