Learn more about bullying and how to prevent it. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legislation that relates to bullying, as well as learning about the effects it can have on children and young people. You will also gain an insight into cyber bullying - an increasingly prevalent issue. With this anti-bullying training, you'll be fully equipped to create a safe and bully-free environment for children and young people.


Meet our students Elizabeth Lefever

Elizabeth Lefever

I’ve always wanted to work in the childcare industry and chose this course as the best option to further my career. I like the fact that I have work placements in nurseries and schools to get more experience and become more confident. The support staff and teachers are happy to help and full of encouragement.

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Meet our students Laura Pearce

Laura Pearce

As a teaching assistant, I find the course extremely relevant to my job. The course has taught me a lot about children’s learning development, and I’m applying what I’ve learnt so far within my role at the school where I work. Studying for a degree in Newbury is an advantage to me. I was thrilled that UCN’s partnership with the University of Reading made this possible for me. More...

Foundation Degree in Children's Development and Learning

  • Description
    • Unit 1: Principles of bullying Define bullying, cyber-bullying and discrimination and look at bullying in context. Look into the short term and long-term effects that bullying can have on children and young people.
    • Unit 2: Recognising bullying in children and young people Identify individuals who may be at risk from bullying and the signs that may indicate that a child or young person is being bullied. Consider the reasons that may cause children and young people to be a bully themselves to get to the root of the problem.
    • Unit 3: Action to be taken when a child or young person is being bullied. Evaluate how to respond to and support a child who may be being bullied and how to approach the bully themself.
    • Unit 4: Understand government guidelines for bullying. Deep dive into relevant anti bullying legislation like The Equality Act 2010 and look into government and Ofsted guidance and policies on bullying and preventing it.

    Study Online courses allow you to complete your study from the comfort of your own home, in your own time. A specialist tutor will be assigned to you for the duration of your course and will provide individual support and guidance.

    The course begins with an initial induction phone call, after which you will be issued access to the online learning platform to start your course. Regular access to a computer and a stable internet connection is essential. Public areas such as your local library can allow you access to a computer and internet, should you not have access to your own.

  • Entry Requirements

    This is a FREE online course for adults aged 19+. You can apply if you are aged 19+ and have lived in the UK for the last three years. Eligibility is based on your home postcode.

    A basic level of numeracy and literacy is required with general computer skills to for navigating the Online Learning Platform.

  • Qualification

    TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People

  • Progression

    By undertaking this course, you will be able to further your own continuous professional development, which may improve your career prospects.

  • Assessment

    You will complete an assessment at the end of each module/unit. These assessments are tutor marked, internally moderated and then moderated by the awarding body.

  • Home Study

    Study will be home-based and at your discretion within the timeframe stipulated by tutor.

  • Work Placement

    You do not have to work in this sector to complete the course.

  • Fees and Additional Costs

    Our Level 2 Study Online programmes are available for FREE to UK nationals aged 19 and over. Subject to meeting the entry and funding criteria.

Code Day Start End Times Fees*
TQ/ABCYP 242501 Flexible Start - £0

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