Sleep Coach/Practitioner
Develop comprehensive sleep plans for children
Non-Medical Maternity Nurse
Support families with their new-borns
Qualified Child Carer/Nanny
Start a rewarding career as a Professional Nanny
WELCOME TO THE LONDON SCHOOL OF CHILDCARE STUDIES
Formerly known as the Home Affairs Training Academy (HATA), we deliver expert courses designed specifically for people looking to pursue their career within the private childcare industry.
We have trained thousands of students from industry professionals looking to enhance their skills to beginners starting their careers in this fun and rewarding profession. We have a range of courses to suit all with different career pathways and look forward to welcoming you onto our next course. Read moreÂ
OUR FOUNDATION COURSES
We have full time, part time and online study options available
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in Introduction to Neuroscience in Early Years
13 week course designed to provide an introduction to neuroscience, focusing on the early years from birth to 7 years old.
Maternity Nurse (non-medical) Level 3
A Maternity nurse provides essential support to parents with new-born babies, typically for up to six weeks following the birth. Duties may include providing advice on feeding, bathing, sleeping,
Sleep Practitioner OCN Level 5
More and more parents are turning to Sleep Practitioners to help guide them when having sleep difficulties with their children. This programme equips you with all the techniques & knowledge to help support parents with their baby or child’s sleeping.
Maternity Nurse (non-medical) – OCN Level 3 & 4
A Maternity nurse provides essential support to parents with new-born babies, typically for up to six weeks following the birth. Duties may include providing advice on feeding, bathing, sleeping,
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) (QCF)
The CACHE Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Workforce (EYE) (QCF) combines two professional Diplomas to bring you an understanding of the public and private sector when looking after children as both bring their own set of skills and responsibilities.
ONLINE COURSES
Online courses allow you to progress at your own pace
Maternity Nurse (non-medical) Level 3 Online
A Maternity Nurse provides essential support to parents with new-born babies, typically for up to six weeks following the birth. Duties may include providing advice on feeding, bathing, sleeping,
Maternity Nurse (non-medical) Level 4 Online
A Maternity Nurse provides essential support to parents with new-born babies, typically for up to six weeks following the birth. Duties may include providing advice on feeding, bathing, sleeping,
Maternity Nurse (non-medical) – Free Taster
Thinking about taking our Maternity Nursing (non-medical) Course? Then why not try our taster which covers many topics including the Role of a Maternity Nurse, Physical Needs of a New Mother, Reflexes, Jaundice and more. E-Certificate Included!
Common Core Skills and Knowledge
This course covers the Common Core Skills and Knowledge for the childcare workforce, which is the required training for anyone wishing to register on the voluntary part of the Ofsted childcare register (vOCR).
Sleep Practitioner Level 5 Online
More and more parents are turning to Sleep Practitioners to help guide them when having sleep difficulties with their children. This programme equips you with all the techniques & knowledge to help support parents with their baby or child’s sleeping.
Child Nutrition and Healthy Eating
This course teaches you how to approach a healthy diet for children, as well as an introduction to nutrition.
Fussy eating online
Fussy eating affects most young children. Learn about what defines fussy eating, why it occurs and how to deal with it.
How Babies Communicate
This free online session discusses the 5 methods of how to encourage baby’s communication skills; Baby talk, smile and pay attention, imitate your baby, talk often to your baby, and baby cues. E-certificate included!
Loving Boundaries
This free 30 minute course will look at loving boundaries, fostering independence and empowering toddlers in positive choice making. E-certificate included
Workshops and Short Courses
Increase your knowledge in specialist areas with the workshops below.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
Here are what our students have said about their experiences on our courses
"After taking the Common Core Skills course I also decided to take a maternity course after my very positive experience with HATA. All the trainers were so professional and had lots of experience in their fields. It really gave me a newfound confidence in my skills, especially after my boss went on to have a second baby."
I have completed all my training through HATA (apart from my Hypnobirthing Practitioner) Sleep Training, Healthy Eating, First Aid, Maternity Nurse Training and the OFSTED Course. I have made a lot of friends through HATA a lot of which I speak to on a daily basis. I will continue to promote HATA to all my friends and those in this profession. I can honestly say that every course I have done with HATA has affected my profession in a good way. I have also made so many life long friends.
Hata change my life,i meet new friends,the trainer was a lovely women Julie,she maked me have confidence in me,i meet new friends and i introduced old friends,this course is amazing i applied lot of things i learned in my practice and i can see the difference,I feel more secure i feel that i know perfect what i am doing.So if you love babies,if you Want to earn good money or just feel more confident taking care of your new baby definitely just HATA i guarantee you wont regret !:)
OUR TUTORS
Meet our professional tutors all of whom have years of experience working in the childcare profession
Pauline Williams
Neuroscience for Early Years trainerPauline Williams
Neuroscience for Early Years trainer
LISA MCKEAN
CACHE Diploma Tutor & AssessorLISA MCKEAN
CACHE Diploma Tutor & Assessor
LUKE CHESHIRE
Paediatric First Aid TrainerLUKE CHESHIRE
Paediatric First Aid Trainer
MIRIAM CHACHAMU
Managing Behaviour TrainerMIRIAM CHACHAMU
Managing Behaviour Trainer
JULIA WOLMAN
Healthy Eating TrainerJULIA WOLMAN
Healthy Eating Trainer
NATALIE YUNNI
Baby Massage TrainerNATALIE YUNNI
Baby Massage Trainer
LEEROY LITCHMORE
Paediatric First Aid TrainerLEEROY LITCHMORE
Paediatric First Aid Trainer
ANNA HOWARD-PRICE
Paediatric First Aid TrainerANNA HOWARD-PRICE
Paediatric First Aid Trainer
JULIE HEGINBOTTOM
Maternity & Sleep Programme TeacherJULIE HEGINBOTTOM
Maternity & Sleep Programme Teacher
BLOG
Checkout our blog for the latest news and articles to help you in your career
Nature vs Nurture and the role of Neuroscience in Child Development
Nature vs Nurture There is a long-standing debate about how we develop our individual characteristics, traits…
Neuroscience: why it’s relevant for Early Years Practitioners
Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system, which comprises of the central nervous system…
Behaviour and the Brain: Amygdala Hijack
In our brains, a section known as the amygdala processes emotions. Activated by stressful events, the…
When to start solids
Starting solids, often referred to as weaning, is when the baby starts to consume actual food.…
Expert Tutors
Our professional tutors have years of experience working in the childcare profession and are there to support you throughout your training.
Variety of Courses
We have a range of courses to meet your academic goals in a variety of careers within the childcare profession.
High quality training
Working with children is an important responsibility and all our training is taught to the highest quality ensuring you meet industry standards and beyond.
Student support
All of our courses come with world class student supports. We know how important it is to feel supported and we encourage students to always seek help from us when needed. All our expert tutors are on standby to help you through your training ever step of the way
Professional standards
Working within the Childcare profession is a rewarding career that holds great responsibility. Our vision is to increase the professional standards within the industry by teaching the most up-to-date curriculum and equipping students with relevant and useful skills that will prepare them for their careers.
