Early Learning & Care
The aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to develop the required knowledge, skills and competence in childcare in order to meet the standards set by the awarding body in the award specification for Early Learning and Care.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year Full Time
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied Programme, QQI Level 4 full major award or equivalent.
Work/life experience may be acceptable for mature students.
Students should be 17 years or over at the start of the course.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject area and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Garda vetting clearance is required for all students taking this course.
CEFR B2 or higher competence in English for candidates whose first language is not English.
Careers / Further progression
Career Options:
This course prepares students for work in the area of childcare as a childcare worker in a crèche, Montessori, playschool or as a childminder or au pair.
Third Level Progression:
Students have a wide range of options to study at Third Level on successful completion of this award.
This course allows progression to:
Early Childhood Care and Education TU790 and TU989 or Applied Social Care TU997 in TU Dublin-Tallaght.
A large number of degrees in Maynooth University including Early Childhood- Teaching and Learning MH003 and Community and Youth Work MH116 & MH802.
Students may also apply for progression to DCU to study Education- Early Childhood Education DC001.
TU Dublin- City Centre Campus accept this course on their Early Childhood Education TU995 programme.
Applied Social Studies in Social Care TU791 and Community and Youth Development TU792 in TU Dublin- Blanchardstown
There are many more opportunities for college progression.
Please contact admin@greenhillscollege.ie with any queries.
Further information
Commences in late Aug/ early September
Mature students welcome
In response to the cost-of-living crisis, DDLETB have implemented a significant reduction in fees for all domestic (EU, EEA, Stamp 4) students undertaking a PLC course in the 2024-2025 academic year.
The only fee payable for full-time and part-time courses in this academic year is: Non-refundable Deposit €50
All other charges including course-specific fees have been waived for the 2024/2025 academic year.
Non-EEA students: Non-EEA nationals should contact the college for details of entry requirements and fees.
* Fees are subject to change. Check with the College for the latest details on fees.
Funding Schemes
There are several funding schemes available for eligible students, including:-
VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme)
BTEI (Back to Education Initiative)
SUSI Grant
Applications are open for 2024/2025 academic year. Application for all courses is online on the www. greenhillscollege.ie website (Application weblink above). Where courses are full, learners may be placed on a waiting list and allocated places as they become available.
This course provides students with the Level 5 certificate which is required to work in the Childcare sector. QQI results may be used to progress to Third Level education.
Modules
Professional Practice Placements in Early Learning and Care (25 Credits)
Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation (15 Credits)
Early Childhood Growth and Development (25 Credits)
Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies (25 Credits)
Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs (15 Credits)
Holistic Care of Children (Birth to Six Years) (15 credits)
5M21473 - Early Learning & Care
Certification:
NFQ Level 5 QQI certificate in Early Learning and Care (5M21473) (120 FET credits).
Tel: (01) 450 7779
Email:admin@greenhillscollege.ie
www.greenhillscollege.ie