Description

Sport is one of the best allies in the development of children. Learn all the fundamentals necessary to be the best physical educator they can have" 

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The learning potential of a child during infancy has considerable exponential growth. As they develop their skills base, they begin to grow physically and psychologically, hence the special importance of the role of the educator during these early stages of life. 

From the point of view of sports training, the child will begin to explore their physical possibilities and limitations based on the exercises and games he or she learns, so the instructor must be fully aware of all the factors that make up children's education. Thus, this postgraduate certificate will study child development, with special emphasis on underlying evolutionary processes, the factors that may affect it and the possible strategies to be implemented in response to it. 

Likewise, infant diversity will be studied, being aware that there might be individual circumstances that may alter the development of the children's physical, motor and affective abilities. The student will be equipped to understand the different stages and rhythms at which children can evolve and know how to identify them. 

A postgraduate certificate that delves into the key issues of early Childhood Education such as infant stimulation, developmental context, influences on learning, and ways to assess both the infant's self-concept and personal self-esteem. 

Explore the fundamentals of early Childhood Education to specialize in the teaching of children's sports" 

This postgraduate certificate in Childhood Education contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

  • The study of practical cases presented in simulated scenarios by experts in the field, where students will effectively put their learning into practice and demonstrate their skills acquisition
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents which they contain, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • The latest advances in sports teaching
  • Practical exercises where the students undertake self-assessment to improve learning, as well as activities at different skill levels
  • Special emphasis on innovative methodologies and teaching research
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will be an important part of the physical development of the children who are lucky enough to be your students. Enroll on this postgraduate certificate and get ready for the challenge of Childhood Education” 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals in the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive learning designed for real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Broaden your knowledge of Childhood Education by studying the concepts of child development in depth"

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Learn how to properly educate children by understanding their early physical development and all factors that affect their self-esteem"

Objectives

The postgraduate certificate in Childhood Education aims to offer the best possible instruction to future teachers working on the physical development of children, an aspect of vital importance at the ages that are key to developing their full potential. A series of objectives have been set out, through which, TECH can ensure that students will acquire all the fundamental and specific skills envisaged by the course. 

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You want to be the best children's sports educator and TECH is going to help you achieve it"

General Objectives

  • Develop the necessary skills to deliver lessons at the early childhood education stage in compliance with the educational objectives set out for these ages
  • Equip students with all the key knowledge in the field of infant development
  • Enable students to approach the design and planning of physical activities for children in an effective and beneficial way for them
  • Know the physical and psychological features that mark the stages of children's growth and how they affect their development
  • Explore the importance of family influence on the healthy growth of the infant
  • Analyze child self-awareness and the psychological makeup of children in order to understand their self-esteem

Specific Objectives

  • Know the latest research on child development
  • Build an overall view of the developmental processes that comprise it
  • Understand the factors that affect children during the first years of life
  • Identify the main processes and stages of psychological development throughout the life cycle
  • Analyze and evaluate the developmental characteristics
  • Identify the demands, problems and differences of the human being in the different stages
  • Know, understand and assist in the emergence of self-knowledge
  • Lay the foundations of self-concept and self-esteem, one of the most rewarding tasks of the Childhood Education teacher
  • Learn about factors that facilitate the development of autonomy in the classroom and some key elements for the separation-individuation process
  • Address these aspects and how they interact with each other to have a holistic view of the process at this educational stage
  • Identify warning signs relating to the student's level of self-esteem
  • Know how to evaluate self-concept
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Surpass your most ambitious educational career goals thanks to this TECH postgraduate certificate, which will provide the key to boosting your career in Childhood Education" 

Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Education

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If you are passionate about sports and want to qualify as an early childhood educator, the Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Education from TECH Technological University's School of Sport Science is perfect for you. Through our online classes, you will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become a professional in early childhood education, combining sport and teaching. At TECH, we understand the importance of early childhood education and how sport can play a fundamental role in children's development. Our course will provide you with the pedagogical tools necessary to understand and promote the integral education of children, using sport as a vehicle for learning and growth. With our online classes, you will have the flexibility to study from anywhere and at the time that suits you best. This will allow you to adapt the classes to your life rhythm and other responsibilities, without compromising your studies. In addition, you will have the support of expert teachers in the field of sports and early childhood education, who will guide you and solve all your doubts during your learning process.

Titúlate as an educator for children in sports

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In this course, you will learn about the most relevant theories and pedagogical approaches in early childhood education, specifically focused on the sports context. You will explore educational strategies and methodologies that integrate sport as a tool for the physical, emotional and social development of children. In addition, you will become familiar with the planning and design of sports activities adapted to children, taking into account their particular characteristics and needs. You will learn how to create motivating and safe learning environments, where children can experience and enjoy sports while acquiring fundamental skills and values. At the end of the course, you will be prepared to work as a sports educator in educational institutions, sports clubs, recreational centers and other environments related to children and sports, thus contributing to the integral growth of children.