Early Learning & Care - Stage 1
| 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 academic year. September to May.
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of interview.
Candidates must be in a position to obtain Garda Clearance from the National Vetting Bureau.
International students must also provide Police vetting from the country/ countries where they previously lived.
Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent (NFQ Level 4) or an interview and a short piece of writing.
Applicants whose first language is not English need to have a B2 competence in an English language test (Contact us to make arrangements).
Candidates must supply two written references (character, work or educational).
Students must also obtain practical work experience in a Tusla recognised childcare/ early years education facility one day per week for a minimum of 150 hours.
Careers / Further progression
Progression:
Employment in a variety of education and care settings within Irish and International childcare sectors. This award facilitates direct entry on a competitive basis to a range of Third Level Institutions nationwide leading to awards at the next or higher levels of the National Framework of Qualifications.
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Open for Application. Apply before 31st August 2023.
Mature students are welcome on all courses.
Student Grants
If you think you are eligible for the student grant, you should apply through the website: https://susi.ie/
If you have any queries contact 0761 0878 74 or email: support@susi.cdvec.ie.
Yes
Apply online via link below.
To be eligible for School-time offers applicants must:
Apply between October and April
Be available for interview in May
All School-time applicants will receive interview results by second week in June
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by the end of June.
Summer-time registration and deadline is September 2nd
(Childcare Level 5 applications close August 31st to allow for Garda Vetting)
To be eligible for Summer –time offers applicants must:
Apply between May and October 9th
Be available for interview between September 3rd and October 15th
All Summer-time applicants will receive interview results within 3 days of completing their interview.
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by third week in October
Summer-time registration and deposit payment deadline is third week in October
*Please note: There are no interviews during the Summer State Examinations
CTI Senior College is closed for July but our application webpage is still open.
(*each course will commence subject to sufficient demand and funding)
Course Description
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and as part of a team, subject to practice supervision, as a member of the early learning and care community of practice, providing holistic care and learning experiences for children from birth to six years across a range of early learning and care settings. This award also provides the learners with the opportunity to progress into further and higher education and training.
It is an ideal course for both school leavers and mature students seeking the qualifications necessary for employment in the childcare sector.
Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation
Professional Practice Placement in ELC (150 hours placement)
Two placement settings: Birth – 2.8 years and 2.8 years – 6 years.
Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies
Early Childhood Growth and Development
Holistic Care of Children (Birth – 6 years)
Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs
ICT Skills
Additional Workshops:
Patient Manual Handling Training
First Aid Responder
Food Safety Awareness
Children First Child Protection
Lámh Training
5M21473 - Early Learning & Care.
Qualification:
NFQ Level 5 QQI Certification in Early Learning and Care.
QQI Level 5 Major Award (120 credits).
Sharon Crean
Tel: (052) 612 6269
Email: adulted@tipperaryetb.ie