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Child Health & Wellbeing

Lifelong Learning
5N1765
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15

Duration

Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.

All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.

Entry Requirements

Is this course for you?
This Childcare Course is suitable for you if you are new to your role in childcare as an early years practitioner, or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.

Access to the Programme
Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. The Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Entry Criteria
Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 4 Certificate or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.

English
As this NFQ level 5 qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Forus Training recommends a minimum English language competency of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for successful completion of this programme. If you are not sure what level of English competency you have, please contact hello@forustraining.ie and a Course Advisor will arrange for you to take an assessment.

IT Skills Required
Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. A PC with Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later.

An internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps.

The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari, set to accept cookies and pop-ups.

Adobe Flash and Adobe Reader, to view content.

Word processing software, such as MS Word or Google Docs.

Some courses include video, therefore your computer must be capable of playing video and sound.

* eLearning and tutor support may vary by course, please check each course page for details.

Reasonable Accommodation
To reinforce inclusion for all our learners we offer customised learning support for individual applicants who require accommodations. Additional Requirements Forus Training provide a range of supports for learners to ensure that our programmes and services are accessible to all.

On application for a course with Forus Training please discuss any additional requirements with the Course Advisor at hello@forustraining.ie so that the appropriate supports for teaching, learning and assessment can be considered. It is important that you discuss your needs with centre staff as early as possible.

Careers / Further progression

What are my progression routes?
This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Childcare.

Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.

Course Web Page

Further information

For future start dates please contact the Provider.

€295.

How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.

5N1765 Child Health and Well Being.

This interesting course covers key concepts and practices required for the care, well-being, safety and health of children aged 0–6 years in ELC settings in Ireland. This course integrates the frameworks, principles and standards of Síolta, Aistear, current child care legislation and regulation, child protection and safeguarding legislation and the Tusla Quality Regulatory Framework.

Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
Outline the requirements necessary to provide for the health and well-being of children in an ECCE setting as informed by national guidelines to include child protection

Describe the factors that contribute to the overall well-being of children

Outline the various nutritional needs of babies and young children

Identify requirements for the promotion of healthy and safe indoor and outdoor environments for children

Describe a range of common childhood illnesses

Devise balanced menus for babies, toddlers and children

Perform appropriate personal care routines for babies and young children including the care of the child when unwell

Implement appropriate policies and procedures to include record keeping as required by legislation and good practice guidelines

Utilize a range of practice skills that support and promote the health and well-being of children

Apply knowledge of child development to support children to form secure and positive relationships with adults and children in the ECCE setting

Reflect on personal practice leading to an understanding of healthy, hygienic and safe environments for children.

The course 5N1765 Child Health and Well-being is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;

Project 40%
Skills Demonstration 60%.
Project 40%;

A project is a response to a brief devised by the assessor. A project is usually carried out over an extended period of time. Projects may involve research, require investigation of a topic, issue or problem or may involve process such as a design task, a performance or practical activity or production of an artefact or event.
Skills Demonstration 60%;

A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including practical skills and knowledge. A skills demonstration will require the learner to complete a task or series of tasks that demonstrate a range of skills.
Grading

Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%

5N1765 Child Health and Well Being

What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 5N1765 Child Health and Wellbeing. QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will recieve on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award. This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5N1765 Child Health and Wellbeing. This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie

Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15