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Early Learning & Care - Stage 2 - Advanced Certificate
Kerry College of FE & Training - Clash Rd Campus
- Course code
- 6M21471
- Level
- Level 6
- Award
- Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
- Classification
- Major
- Awarding body
- QQI
- Duration
- 38 weeks. Runs in Clash Road Campus & Listowel Campus.
Programme summary
If you have completed your Stage 1 in Early Learning and Care or Equivalent and have a passion for working with children and a desire to progress your career, then this is the course for you!
Entry requirements
What are the entry requirements? Minimum:
- Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
- QQI Level 5 Major Award in Childcare or equivalent in a related discipline is essential.
- Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher).
- Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland. Additional:
- Applicants must express an interest in learning and practicing new skills.
- Demonstrable interest in working with children.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
- Basic computer skills desirable.
- Experience working or volunteering in a childcare environment is an advantage but not essential.
- Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process.
Who to apply to
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