Course Code: CI061
Course Level: 5
Award Title: FETAC/QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education
QQI Code: 5M2009
Duration: 1 Year
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or FETAC/QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Description
This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills and qualifications necessary to pursue a career in the area of early years care and education. This childcare course will offer additional opportunities for students who wish to specialise in working as a special needs assistant in a variety of early years care and education settings. Students will receive training in the basic practical skills, knowledge and understanding of the role of the special needs assistant in crèches, playschools, primary schools, etc. As part of the course, students undertake placement in a range of childcare settings.
Course Content
Child Development
Child Health and Well Being
Communications
Early Childhood Education and Play
Children with Additional Needs
Early Care and Education Practice
Infant and Toddler Years
Special Needs Assisting
Word Processing
Work Experience
Career Opportunities
This course will give students a firm foundation
in the qualities and skills required for employment as a childcare worker in
crèches and playschools and as a classroom assistant in a special national school.
Progression Opportunities
At Cavan Institute: Graduates of this course may progress to study
for a FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Elsewhere: Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO
and/or Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher
certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities
(please check with the particular Institution regarding local eligibility
requirements).
