Welcome to Dandelion Training

1 in 6 children currently experience mental health challenges. That equates to at least 5 children in every classroom. How confident do you feel about your knowledge of mental health and your ability to support them?

We know that when children feel better, they learn better. Mental Health impacts our cognition, social skills, self-care, mood and physical health. Children deserve better than to live a life of stress and worry. Which is why Dandelion Training and Development’s focus is to offer high quality qualifications, current and practical online mental health training and resources to parents, early years’ providers, schools and further/higher education facilities to ensure that those on the frontline are equipped with the best information. 

Supporting children to develop a positive sense of self and mental well-being relies on strong partnerships with all those who care for and work with children and adolescents. We all need to work together to make an impact, which is why we are building a thriving community of mental health coaches to support schools and families.

Dandelion recognises the importance of continually updating professional development to ensure that the quality of care is of the highest standards. Which is why we are constantly developing new courses, resources and workbooks to help you provide the best early intervention.

Are you ready for a new career?

Are you looking to enhance your existing career, or start a new one? 

Are you passionate about working with child and family mental health? 

Our Level 4 and 5 Coaching Qualfication’s are accredited by  the International Authority for Professional Coaches and Mentors and the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists) – please see individual courses for details and accreditations. The courses are fully insurable and allows you to work with children and families on graduation. Course intakes are twice a year. 

Qualifications and Long Courses

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Gritty Growing Up

Gritty Growing Up, is our Dandelion Podcast, exploring a wide range of issues affecting family. From mental health, to behaviour, to changes in the world that impact families, join Nicky and a range of guests as we dive into those conversations we need to explore.

Available on most podcast hosts or listen to it here.

Dandelion Coach Directory

Are you looking for a coach for your child, or for you as a parent? 

Our child and parent coaches all complete dual accredited and insurable courses with a wealth of knowledge. 

Visit our Dandelion Coach Directory to find someone in your area, or who works online. 

Latest Articles & Resources

Child Mental Health
Nicky Edwards

Counselling, Coaching or Therapy?

A frequent challenge that can occur, is what modality of support we need when our mental health requires some support. The core options which people are aware of are counselling, coaching and therapy, but which one do we need? and for what? So, we’re taking a mini dip into the different types of support and

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Activities
Nicky Edwards

Children’s Activity: Find the feelings

Feelings  A step of emotional literacy development is being able to recognise what our emotions are. Many children can find it challenging to be able to recognise, identify and respond to their emotions, particularly the more subtle feelings. A great first step, is to encourage children to reflect on their feelings, so that they can

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Parenting
Nicky Edwards

Why children cannot regulate their tech use

In my work, I am often asked about how to regulate children’s technology use and screen time. This subject always leaves people divided into two camps: Camp 1 – The belief that children should be able to regulate their tech use Camp 2 – Feeling lost as to how to regulate it without meltdowns So,

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