DEVELOPING LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Level 2
eCampus
OCN NI

Overview

The OCN NI Level 2 Unit in Developing Language and Communication Skills provides essential knowledge and practical tools to support effective communication development. With its fully online, self-paced design, it’s an ideal way to gain valuable skills while studying in your own time.

This informative and practical unit focuses on how language and communication skills develop, particularly in children, and how these skills can be effectively supported. It is ideal for those working, or intending to work, in childcare, education, or support roles, where strong communication is key to development, learning, and wellbeing.

This course is designed to fit around your lifestyle and commitments:

Fully online delivery – study from anywhere with internet access
Self-paced learning – progress at a speed that works for you
No fixed class times – ideal for balancing work and personal responsibilities
24/7 access to all learning materials

This flexible format gives you full control over your learning journey.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Throughout this unit, you will develop knowledge and understanding of:

Stages of language and communication development - explore how communication skills develop from early childhood onwards.
Types of communication - understand verbal and non-verbal forms of communication, including body language, gestures, and facial expressions.
Factors affecting development - learn how environment, interaction, and individual needs can influence communication skills.
Supporting communication development - discover practical strategies to encourage and develop effective communication in children.
Creating positive communication environments - understand how to adapt interactions and settings to support confident communication and language growth.

Completing this unit will:

Improve your communication skills when working with children and others
Increase your confidence in supporting language development effectively
Enhance your professional knowledge in childcare and education settings
Support career opportunities in roles such as classroom assistant, childcare worker, or support worker
Provide a recognised qualification that strengthens your CV

This course is especially valuable for those supporting children’s early learning and development.