Early Learning & Care

Waterford College of Further Education

Course code
5M21473 6M21471
QQI level
Level 5
NFQ type
Duration
1 Year
Attendance
CAO points
NFQ Level 5

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Course summary

Stage 1 (Year 1) Modules:

Professional Practice Placement in ELC Two settings: Birth – 2.8 years, 2.8 years – 6 years

Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation

Holistic Care of Children 0 – 6 years

Early Childhood Growth and Development

Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies

Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs

Optional: Stage 2 (Year 2) Modules:

Advanced Professional Practice Placement in ELC Two settings: Birth – 2.8 years, 2.8 years - 6 years

Sociology and Social Policy in Early Learning and Care

The Developing Child

Curriculum and Pedagogy

Inclusive Early Learning and Care

Supervision and Administration in Early Learning and Care