Continuing Professional Development is short, focused training that keeps your skills current for early years and school settings.

Who are these courses for?

Teachers, nursery staff, teaching assistants, nannies, and support teams who work with children—at any stage of their career. The courses are also suitable for parents that want to learn more about early years education.

Will the courses be online or in-person?

QuEST offers courses In-Person within the UAE and Online either Live on Zoom (real-time with a trainer) or On-Demand (self-paced, start anytime). Each course card clearly shows the format.

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes. You’ll get a digital certificate of completion with the CPD hours once you finish. For live sessions, you will receive your certificate after attendance is verified. For online courses, you must complete a short quiz to receive your certificate.

How long do I have access to an online course?

Access length varies by course and is stated on the course page.

Do I need prior qualifications?

Most CPD courses have no prerequisites. If a course expects prior knowledge, we’ll state it clearly on the course page.

Can you train our whole nursery or school?

Yes. We deliver team sessions in UAE and online, tailored to your goals and schedule—get in touch for options.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Courses: In-Person (UAE) & Online

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) helps teachers, nursery staff, nannies, and support teams stay current and confident.
With QuEST, you can train in our face to face in UAE or online sessions with clear learning outcomes and a certificate of completion.

Live Courses

Online Courses

Online Courses — Live (Zoom)

Real-time sessions with our trainer. Join from anywhere.

Upcoming Events

Getting it Right for Boys

Mon, Apr 13

Live Session via Zoom

Research shows boys often learn best through movement due to developmental differences. This course helps practitioners reflect and adapt their environment to better support boys’ engagement, inclusion, and overall learning success.

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Managing Change - Leadership Breakfast Dubai

Thu, Apr 30

Centro Hotel Al Barsha

Working in social care means embracing constant change. This course builds confidence, resilience, and leadership skills to help individuals and teams navigate change positively and effectively.

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Early Communication - Encouraging Speaking and Listening

Thu, Apr 30

Live Session via Zoom

Strong communication begins with listening and clear speech. This course encourages reflective practice, exploring engaging activities, thoughtful provocations, and intentional use of indoor and outdoor spaces to create communication-friendly environments.

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Supporting emotional well-being and Resilience

Mon, May 11

Live Session via Zoom

This course encourages reflective practice, helping practitioners set developmentally appropriate expectations, reinforce positive behaviour, and confidently use early intervention strategies to achieve meaningful outcomes.

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Managing Facilities and Resources in your Early Years Setting - Leadership Breakfast Dubai

Wed, May 27

Centro Hotel Al Barsha

In essence, managing facilities and resources is not just about logistics—it’s about creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment where children can thrive, staff can work efficiently, and the setting can operate sustainably and professionally.

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Supporting Transitions to School and Within Nursery

Thu, Jun 04

Live Session via Zoom

Supporting children during transitions to school or within nursery helps them feel secure, confident, and valued. By providing consistent guidance, emotional reassurance, and familiar routines, we enable children to adapt, thrive, and build positive lifelong foundations.

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Play

Mon, Jun 15

Live Session via Zoom

Play is vital in early years, helping children develop independence, confidence, and self-reliance while supporting holistic learning and safe, engaging play environments.

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