Take the next step in your career with recognised qualifications and practical development programmes created for early years professionals and aspiring leaders.
Qualifications are awarded by recognised awarding bodies such as NCFE CACHE. Learners receive a formal certificate on successful completion.
Programmes are designed by Stepping Stones to build practical skills, leadership confidence and applied knowledge for specific early years roles.
Recognised awards for early years practitioners.
A recognised qualification for people preparing to work as a childminder, nanny or other home-based childcare professional.
A recognised Level 2 qualification for practitioners beginning or developing their early years career.
A paediatric first aid qualification planned for launch in September 2026.
Practical programmes for current and future leaders.
A three-month development programme for current and aspiring early years leaders, including room leaders and deputy managers.
Premium Partnership members receive 15% off qualifications and programmes. This discount is not included with the Essential Pathway.
Book a friendly call with the Stepping Stones team and we’ll help you find the qualification or programme that fits.
