The Early Years Practitioner
Scheme of Work
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Duration of Units:
Unit 25:60 Guided Learning Hours/5 Credits
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Number of Sessions per week: 2
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Duration of Sessions: 55 minutes per session
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General Unit Objectives:
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Unit 25 –
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On completion of this unit a learner should:
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explore the different beliefs and religions that are part of societies today, enabling them to appreciate and understand the richness and
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diversity of multicultural life. Learners will be able to explore, and gain insight into, the influences of religious and other beliefs on the development and socialisation of young children. They will learn about the importance of moral and spiritual development and gain understanding of the role of religious education in the curriculum. Learners will also have the opportunity to plan an activity for children, based on exploring different beliefs and religions. 1. -------------------------------------------------
Understand the importance of children’s moral and spiritual development 2. -------------------------------------------------
Understand different religions and beliefs 3. -------------------------------------------------
Understand the role of religious education in the early years.
------------------------------------------------- Literacy
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Literacy is promoted throughout the course. It is essential that ALL Children’s Care, Learning and Development teachers use this scheme to identify and incorporate activities within their