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Early Learning & Care (Childcare Year)

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E a r ly L e a r n i n g a n d C a r e ( C h i l d c a r e )

Course Content

  • Professional Practice Placement in ELC                                          25 credits
  • Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation                                15 credits
  • Holistic Care of Children (Birth to Six Years)                                15 credits
  • Early Childhood Growth and Development                                    25 credits
  • Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies                                            25 credits
  • Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs       15 credits

Course Description

Our Advanced Level 5 Certificate in Early Learning and Care will provide the student with a professional qualification now required to work in the ELC sector. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with children in a variety of settings. Students will gain an insight into how children learn and develop, through class participation and professional practice placement. This award also provides students with the opportunity to progress into higher education and employment.

Certification

QQI Level 5 Professional Award in Early Learning and Care

Career Opportunities

Graduates progress to employment in range of early education settings across the public and private sector

Childcare Assistant | Special Needs Assistant | Classroom Assistant | Early Years Educator | Preschool Assistant | Child minding | Afterschool Assistant | Montessori Teacher |

Statistics

90% of Photographic Studies graduates have progressed to work and/or further study.

30K is the average starting salary for a Professional Photographer/Videographer

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Progression to degrees

Graduates can progress to a variety of degree programmes including:

DkIT | Early Childhood Studies | Level 8
DkIT | Social Care | Level 8
NUIG | Early Childhood Studies and Practice | Level 8
TU Dublin | Early Childhood Care and Education | Level 8
DCU | Early Childhood Education | Level 8
DCU | Education and Training | Level 8

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All courses now have a low course registration fee of €30. Make sure to confirm your place on a course by paying your registration fee.

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PAST STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

I carried out my work experience in Tiny Tots Creche and Preschool which I really enjoyed. When I finished my course, I applied for a position as an Early Years Teacher and started in September. I plan to continue to study for my level 6 in Early Childhood Care and Education while working. I would definitely recommend doing this course if you are interested in working with children or with children with special needs. The teachers are very helpful and approachable.

Amy Caul Early Childhood Care & Education Graduate, 2018
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