Early Learning & Care - Stage 2
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year (September - May). Monday - Friday with usual school holidays.
Entry Requirements
Learners who wish to progress to Stage 2 of the programme must provide evidence of completion of Stage 1. Advanced entry into Stage 2 is possible where the learner has achieved a Level 5 certificate within the last 5 years. Other options for advanced entry may be available. Learners will be also be required to complete Garda vetting.
Candidates will be interviewed in May and August and applicants will be contacted by email or phone.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
There are employment opportunities for graduates of the programme as Early Years Assistants with opportunities to progress to Room Leader in a range of ELC settings both private and community based.
Educational Progression
Graduates of this programme who wish to continue their studies may progress to Higher Education colleges and universities. Some examples include:
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning BA Level 8 University of Maynooth
Early Childhood Care and Education BA Level 8 Technical University Dublin
Early Childhood Care and Education & Practice B.Ed Level 7/8 SETU Carlow
For more details of progression options please see www.cao.ie
Further information
Commencing September 2023. PLC Induction Early September.
A €20 application fee will apply. No tuition fees, however a €180 fee will apply to include certification and additional training by outside agencies as mentioned above.
All PLC students can apply for a maintenance grant, subject to eligibility for the duration of their course. Students may also be eligible to maintain social welfare payments while doing our PLC courses.
All information relating to grants/financial support can be accessed from the following: www.studentfinance.ie
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When To Apply:
Apply Online. Click on link below or Contact 045 431417 school office.
Please note application fee applies, this fee is to cover administration costs (€20).
Interviews will be held in April/May 2023.
Applicants will be contacted in due course.
Aim
The aim of this one year full-time programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies required to work as an autonomous practitioner in an ELC setting and/or take responsibility for an area or room and co-ordinating the provision of a quality early learning and care environment.
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Inclusive Early Learning and Care
The Developing Child
Supervision and Administration
Sociology and Social Policy
Advanced Professional Practice Placement
Training will also be provided in Paediatric First Aid, Lámh sign language and Manual Handling (by outside agencies).
Professional Practice Placement
All learners must complete 150 hours of professional practice placement, working with 2 age groups:
* 0-2 years 8 months
* 2 years 8 months - 6 years
6M21471 - Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care.
Certification: Successful completion of the course will lead to a Stage 2 Certificate (QQI Level 6) 6M21471.
St. Conleth's Community College,
Station Road, Newbridge,
County Kildare.
Tel: 045-431417
Fax: 045-438053