Early Childhood - Teaching & Learning - Flexible
Flexible, level 8 honours degree, catering for those currently working in the ECEC sector. Those aspiring to enter the Early Childhood Education and Care sector from Leaving Certificate or further education paths may be interested in the full-time programme MH003
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | National University of Ireland | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
4 years (flexible)
Applicants with a level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1
Placement option: Placement is required (420 hours per academic year)
Erasmus / Study Abroad Option: No
Entry Requirements
Level 6 Early Childhood and Care Award
Note: An offer of a place on this course is subject to a satisfactory background check by the National Vetting Bureau
Careers / Further progression
Options after graduation?
- Graduates emerge as early years teaching professionals. Career progression within this sector for those with a level 7 and 8 Early Childhood degree is expanding rapidly within and beyond Early Childhood Education and Care settings to include opportunities within policy development and evaluation agencies within government departments, semi-state bodies and NGO’s.
- The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Teaching and Learning positions graduates to spearhead and lead learning in Early Childhood Education and Care services.
Further information
Commencing 2024 (subject to sufficient numbers)
2023: 30
Please note that applications for the BA Early Childhood - Teaching & Learning (flexible) degree (CAO Code MH004) must be made through the Advanced Entry portal on the CAO application website.
Please note that MH004 BA Early Childhood Teaching & Learning (flexible) will run subject to sufficient numbers in 2024. A decision on September 2024 intake will be made in May 2024. For more details please contact the Department.
Why choose this degree?
>The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Teaching and Learning is a progressive Level 8 degree, supporting the development of outstanding early childhood educators.
>The programme is closely linked with Early Childhood Education and Care practice, and its lecturers are experienced in the development, delivery and advocacy of Early Childhood Education and Care. The unique partnership between Maynooth University and Early Childhood Ireland ensures unparalleled support in linking theory and practice for excellence in ECEC.
>*Work placements take place in Tusla-notified Early Childhood Education and Care settings. Those working in the sector may use their workplace as their placement setting. However, alternative placements are also required each year.
>Applicants with full level 6 qualification in ECEC are exempt from 1st year.
>Students can graduate with Level 7 qualification after 3rd year or Level 8 qualification after 4th year.
>This degree offers graduates the option of progressing their careers in varied professional roles
Course structure
This flexible degree will prepare you for a range of leadership roles in the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector.
1st year
- This programme is designed for Early Years Educators working in early childhood education and care settings. Applicants with a Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
- Those aspiring to enter the Early Childhood Education and Care sector from Leaving Certificate or further education paths may be interested in the full-time programme MH003.
2nd year
-Reflective Practice: Integrating Theory and Practice
Early Childhood Learning & Development: Practices (birth – 6yrs)
Building Relationships with Children, Families and Communities
Exploring Curricula & Pedagogy: Supporting Enquiry
Children’s Health & Well-being
Social & Legal Context of Early Childhood
Play
Professional Development and Professional Placement 2
3rd year
Reflective Practice: Educator as Change Agent
Early Childhood Learning & Development in Context (birth – 6yrs)
Inclusive Practices for Children and Families
Supporting Creativity and Imagination
Language and Literacy in Early Childhood
Pedagogical Documentation & Assessment
Establishing Quality Indoor and Outdoor Environments in Early Childhood
Professional Development and Professional Placement 3
4th year
Reflective Practice: Research and Methodology
Early Childhood Learning & Development Challenges birth – 6yrs
Leadership & Management in Early Childhood Education & Care Social Justice, Ethics and Diversity
>Social Justice, Ethics and Diversity
Transitions in Early Childhood Education & Care
Dominant Discourse/Global Perspectives in Early Childhood Education & Care
STEAM in Early Childhood Education & Care
Professional Development and Professional Placement 4
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Contact us
Maynooth University Froebel Department of Primary and Early
Childhood Education, School of Education
+ 353 1 1 474 7448 / + 353 1 474 7413
froebel.department@mu.ie
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/froebel
Twitter/X: @EarlyBA