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Global Institute of Professional Excellence
Open CPD
Affiliated with open cpd UK
Child DevelopmentInternational Diploma6 monthsOnlineHybrid

International Diploma in Child Development

A child-centred pathway covering development, learning, communication, behaviour and supportive practice for professionals working with children and families.

Career direction
Child Development Support Professional
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Programme structure

Learn through focused subject areas and applied curriculum.

The learning areas below are tailored to this programme so the page reflects the subject itself rather than a generic course description. Final module order, assessment requirements and awarding language remain subject to the institution’s approved programme specification.

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Child development

02

Learning and communication

03

Behaviour support

04

Family-centred practice

01Child development foundations
02Developmental milestones and observation
03Learning and communication support
04Behaviour and family support
05Professional communication
06Applied child-centred case work
Career outcomes

Where this pathway can lead.

Child Development Support Professional
Learning Support Practitioner
Childcare or Family Support Worker
Behaviour Support Assistant
2026 admissions

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