School Age Children - Mayo
The suite of modules on this programme aims to provide students with the opportunity to acquire new skills or enhance existing skills and knowledge to improve their critically reflective professional practice, with children, parents, communities, colleagues and other relevant professionals is fundamental to achieving a competent system.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time, blended.
Entry Requirements
Applicants require a NFQ Level 6 qualification. All students must be Garda vetted.
Further information
Total Fees €2,500
The programme centres on relationships, leadership, supporting children to flourish and models of play. The programme has an applied focus, enabling participants to focus specifically on their own work context.
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for those seeking to work in School Age Childcare settings in Ireland as both leaders and managers.
Modules
Leaders of Today and of the Future
Digital Technologies - Creativity, Safety and Leadership
Digital Technologies - Creativity, Safety and Leadership Relationships, Partnerships and Wellbeing
Nature Pedagogy
Models of Play, Rest and Relaxation
Examination & Assessment
This programme is assessed via 100% continuous assessment.
Course Coordinator: Louise Kilbane: Louise.kilbane@atu.ie