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Child Care None 3h19m

Nursery Nurse Course

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489 Students
Updated: May 14, 2026

Course Overview

Everything you need to know before you enroll.

Duration

3h19m

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Lifetime Access

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None

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Description

Get Hired Faster in Childcare with Our Nursery Nurse Course!

Did you know that over 1.3 million children attend childcare settings in the UK each year? With so many children in nurseries, staff must understand their needs and behaviour. Our nursery nurse course solves this problem.

If you enjoy working with children and want a stable, rewarding job, our Nursery Nurse Course is the best way to start. It gives you the skills to support children's growth and care for them properly.

Why Choose Our Nursery Nurse Course?

  1. Study from Home: You can take this course on your phone or computer whenever you have free time.
  2. Easy English: We use simple words so the lessons are quick to read and easy to remember.
  3. Help is Available: For any issues, our learner support team is 24/7 ready to answer your queries.
  4. Start Today: No waiting lines. Download your materials and begin learning immediately.
  5. Earn a Certificate: Get a document that proves to employers you understand childcare and early years care.

Nursery Nurse Training Overview

Knowing how children develop will help you support them with care and confidence. While this is not a university-level childcare degree or early years degree, it is the perfect practical first step. It prepares you for real jobs in nurseries, preschools, or childcare settings without needing years of study. It builds your confidence to work safely with young children.

What You Will Learn

Our curriculum focuses on early years care in the UK. By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Describe the core role and duties of a nursery nurse
  2. Recognise normal stages of child growth and development
  3. Conduct proper observations of children in a nursery setting
  4. Deliver inclusive, fair practice for every attending child
  5. Identify safeguarding risks and follow correct procedures
  6. Maintain safe, health-compliant nursery environments
  7. Provide suitable nutrition for children of all ages
  8. Use play activities to support the child's learning and growth
  9. Adapt daily practice to support children with special needs
  10. Build respectful working partnerships with parents and carers

Entry Requirements

  1. Aged 16 or older.
  2. Able to read and understand basic English.
  3. Basic computer or phone skills.
  4. You do not need any childcare experience to take our course.

Who Should Take This Course?

Our nursery practitioner course is great for anyone looking for caring, active work, including:

  1. Newcomers to the UK are looking for flexible jobs.
  2. People who want to work in nurseries or childcare settings.
  3. Staff working in early years environments.
  4. Volunteers in schools or childcare centres.
  5. Parents who want to better understand and support their children.

Assessment

We want you to succeed. There are no scary exams. At the end of each module, you will take a short quiz to check what you have learnt. You need only 60% to pass. If you do not pass the first time, you can try again and again as many times as you need.

Career Paths

Finishing one of the best nursery nurse courses can help you find work in many rewarding roles, such as:

  1. Nursery Assistant
  2. Nursery Nurse
  3. Childcare Worker
  4. Early Years Support Worker
  5. Preschool Assistant

Launch Your Nursery Career Today!

Working with children is rewarding and fulfilling. Nurseries need kind, trained staff right now. Enrol in our Nursery Nurse Course today and take the first step toward a career you will love.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What qualifications do you need to work as a nursery nurse? 

  1. You need a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification, such as a CACHE or NVQ.

2. How long is a nursery nurse course? 

  1. Courses usually take 6 months to 2 years, depending on the level.

3. How much are nursery nurses paid? 

  1. In the UK, nursery nurses earn around £18,000–£25,000 per year.

4. Can I work in a nursery without a degree? 

  1. Yes, a degree is not required; vocational childcare qualifications are enough.

5. How many years does it take to be a nursery nurse? 

  1. It typically takes 1–2 years of training plus on-the-job experience.

6. Are nursery nurses in demand? 

  1. Yes, there is a steady demand for qualified nursery nurses in the UK.

7. Is it hard to be a nursery nurse?

It can be challenging due to long hours and responsibility, but it is rewarding.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: An Overview of Nursery Nurse

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11 min

Module 2: Recognising Children's Growth and Development

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19 min

Module 3: Observation and Assessment of Children in Early Childhood Settings

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20 min

Module 4: How to Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Early Years of Learning

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22 min

Module 5: Safeguarding and Protecting Young Children

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18 min

Module 6: Ensuring Health and Safety of Children in the Early Years

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35 min

Module 7: The Essence of Nutrition and Healthy Food for Children

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21 min

Module 8: Importance of Play and Learning in Children’s Education

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28 min

Module 9: Ways of Working with Children Having Special Needs

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13 min

Module 10: Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers

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12 min

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How to earn your certificate:

  1. Complete all learning modules
  2. Pass quizzes with at least 60%
  3. Finish the final assessment
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Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

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Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

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★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

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Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

8 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

Ellie Jones

Ellie Jones

★★★★★

I was after a Teaching Assistant course I could do from home. On CourseCave, I ticked online and part‑time and it showed me a few good options straight away.

1 year ago

Ruby Clarke

Ruby Clarke

★★★★★

I didn’t know whether to do Level 2 or Level 3 admin. The Course Cave blog explained each level in plain English, so I could choose without guessing

1 year ago

Olivia Green

Olivia Green

★★★★☆

I liked the Course Cave showed what each course covers, lesson by lesson. I picked a digital marketing course because I could see all the topics before paying

10 months ago

Josh Atkinson

Josh Atkinson

★★★★☆

The new Course Cave site is much clearer than before. Took me about a minute to go from search to picking a course.

1 year ago

Sophie Patel

Sophie Patel

★★★★★

Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

1 year ago

George Ahmed

George Ahmed

★★★★☆

Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

1 year ago

Amelia Clarke

Amelia Clarke

★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

★★★★★

Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

8 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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