Certificate in Early Learning & Care (Level 5)

Description

Part-time options now available! You can now complete individual modules. This full-time award leads to a QQI Stage One Certificate after one year. The course is structured to provide students with a high standard of training and assessment leading to a recognized qualification for those wishing to work in the childcare sector in a variety of areas such as; working with the child in a day care nursery, preschool or with a child with a specific need. The course is also designed for those who intend to pursue further training in the childcare sector in Institutes of Technology and in universities. Students spend four days per week on college-based training and one day a week on work experience. The work experience is monitored so that the student receives on-going constructive feedback. The graduate from this course will be qualified to work independently with children, in a crèche or playschool setting.