Early Learning & Care Stage 1 - Advanced Certificate
Stage one in Early Learning and Care, will introduce you to the theory and practice of the key areas of childcare. This is the ideal starting point if you wish to progress to further studies or gain employment in a variety of childcare settings e.g. community crèches or playgroups, Montessori educational organisations. This is a one or optional two year programme leading to stage 1 - Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 5) and stage 2 - Advanced Certificate (Level 6).
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English. Mature Learners may be exempt from the Level 4 entry requirement. Non-EU/EEA applicants may apply and will be subject to full international fees.
Careers / Further progression
Progression to Higher Education
Students who successfully complete the course may gain entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.
Further information
Fees, grants, fee waivers
Admissions Fee €150
QQI Examination Fee €50 (exempt if you have a Medical Card)
Non-EU/EEA applicants will be subject to full international fees
Learner Supports
SUSI Maintenance Grants available.
Learner support available through the Fund for Students with Disabilities
Terms and Conditions
Commencing September 2023 – subject to validation
Learners can progress to the ELC Level 6 award if they have achieved the ELC Level 5 award or if they have gone through an RPL (recognised prior learning) process. (At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to satisfy Garda Vetting before they commence Work Experience).
This course is designed to:
Enable students explore Childhood Care and Education with a view to re-skilling / up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment.
To facilitate the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill & competence to work independently and under supervision in a range of ECCE settings and or to progress to higher education and training.
Course Content - 5M21473
Professional Practice Placement in Early Learning & Care 5C21523
Childrens rights, Legislation & Regulation 5C21524
Early Childhood Growth & Development 5C21526
Curriculum Play and Creative Studies 5C21527
Understanding & Assisting Children with Additional Needs 5C21528
Holistic Care of Children (0-6) 5C21525
Professional Practice Placement
Each learner is expected to complete 150 hours of professional practice placement in a minimum of two settings. One setting must involve working with children aged between 2 years 8 months and the other setting working with children aged between 2 years 8 months and 6 years. A “setting” in this context, refers to the age of the children. Therefore, a single childcare provider can have a room for babies and another room for older children; this would count as two settings. Work Experience will take the form of one day per week for the academic year and a block release.
Assessment takes place on an ongoing basis throughout the year and in the month of May. Assessments are based on part project work and part examination.
Certification is awarded by QQI
Candidates who successfully complete the entire course will be awarded a QQI Certification
Candidates who achieve less than the required standard for the full course will be awarded a Component Certificate for those modules in which they have been successful.
Candidates can complete new modules each year eventually leading to a full certificate.
Telephone/Fax: (096) 36496
email: office@jmsschoolenniscrone.ie