Attachment Theory and Safebase

This course provides an understanding of Attachment Theory and its practical implications for early years practitioners. It covers the basic concepts of Attachment Theory, the significance of a 'Secure Base' in fostering children's trust and security, identification of attachment challenges in children, the work of Mary Ainsworth. It also explores the impact of non-heteronormative families on attachment. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to apply this knowledge in their daycare settings to support the healthy emotional development of the children under their care