[NEW] Self-Regulation and Positive Behaviour in the Early Years
[NEW] Self-Regulation and Positive Behaviour in the Early Years
About Course
This course is designed for infant and early years educators working with children from 0 to 3 years old. It focuses on fostering positive behaviour and emotional regulation through intentional and developmentally appropriate guidance practices. Recognising that behaviour in the early years is a form of communication, this course empowers educators to respond with care and consistency. Participants will explore the common behavioural expressions observed in children aged 0 to 3 and the developmental reasons behind them. This course will highlight how responsive relational caregiving, predictable routines and thoughtfully designed learning environments can reduce behavioural challenges and nurture children’s independence and self-regulation skills. It emphasises the educator’s role in co-regulation, highlighting the importance of emotional regulation and self-care to remain calm and responsive in supporting children. Through a blend of case studies, reflection and collaborative planning, educators will be equipped with practical strategies in guiding behaviour through the creation of emotionally safe environments, along with ways to partner with families to support children.
Note: This course will be conducted in-person.
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- understand common behavioural challenges in children (aged 0 to 3) and the rationale behind them;
- create a supportive and predictable learning environment that promotes self-direction and self-regulation;
- use developmentally appropriate guidance strategies to support positive behaviour; and
- apply effective strategies for communicating and partnering with families to support children’s behaviours.
Upon completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.
Other funding support and financial schemes may be available. Find out more here.
Entry Requirements
This course is for individuals who meet the following criteria:
- be ECDA-certified as an EY1/EY2/L1/L2 teacher; and
- currently employed in a preschool registered or licensed with ECDA.
Fees Payable
Please download the course fee table below.
Note: The course fee shown is an estimate only. Course fees payable are subject to revision, funding eligibility and approval. Please contact us for details on course fees.
Course Schedule
8 hours
30 Jul 2026: 830am to 530pm
Please note:
- Course schedule and venue are subject to changes. NIEC reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme and amend information without prior notice.
- Classes will only commence if the minimum class size is met. A confirmation email will be sent to you at least 3 weeks before course commencement.
Have questions? Connect with us!
Ms Tan Chu Yun
Tan_Chu_Yun@niec.edu.sg
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