Ireland

Early Learning & Care - Stage 1

Course code: 5M22117
Level: Level 5
Award: Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
Classification: Major
Awarding body: QQI
Duration: 12 months. Course Details The Level 5 Childcare (Early Learning and Care) course will consist of 3 terms. • Each term will be 12 weeks in duration. • You will need to complete 2 modules during each term. • There will be a break of 1 month in between each term. Weekly Study Each week, new content will be uploaded to your online learning platform, allowing you to study in your own time and at your own pace. To Support You With Your Studies • 4 live Q & A virtual sessions will be scheduled during each term • 4 recorded webinars will also be available during each term (2 per module)

Programme summary

The aim of the programme is to enable learners to develop the knowledge, skills, and competence to work as an Early Years Educator, promoting and supporting the holistic needs of children from 0 to six years within the Early Learning and Care environment.

Entry requirements

Minimum level 4 award, Leaving certificate qualification or comparable.
English proficiency (if English is not your 1st language) then any of the below English proficiency exams will suffice; - IELTS score 6.0 or above - Duolingo score of 105 or higher - Cambridge score of FCE or higher - Any assessment CEFR B2+ or higher
Sufficient IT skills.

Who to apply to

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