Expand+This programme will introduce learners to a general understanding and knowledge of children in the early years. Learners will gain first hand experience by participating in a 4 week work placement in a relevant childcare setting. The programme is ide...

Hide-This programme will introduce learners to a general understanding and knowledge of children in the early years. Learners will gain first hand experience by participating in a 4 week work placement in a relevant childcare setting. The programme is ideal for both school leavers and for mature students. On successful completion of the programme, learners will receive a recognised qualification in the rapidly growing area of childcare. The course content relates to working with children from 0 – 6 years.

In addition Moyne College offers the module Children with Additional Needs(5N2396) and learners get to work with students displaying a range of additional needs. Learners are also afforded the opportunity to discuss progression to higher Education through CAO/ UCAS with the career guidance tutor.

All students will have to obtain Garda Vetting through the college on commencement of the course.

Job Opportunities include working in creches, playschools and as Special Needs assistants in National and Secondary schools

Expand+Course Content

Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (4N1123) QQI
Child Development Child Development (5N1764) QQI
Child Health And Well Being Child...

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Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (4N1123) QQI
Child Development Child Development (5N1764) QQI
Child Health And Well Being Child Health & Well Being (5N1765) QQI
Children With Additional Needs Children with Additional Needs (5N2396) QQI
Creative Arts For Early Childhood Creative Arts for Early Childhood (5N1769) QQI
Early Care And Education Practice Early Care & Education Practice (5N1770) QQI
Early Childhood Education And Play Early Childhood Education & Play (5N1773) QQI

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the skills, knowledge and competencies to work independently and under supervision in a range of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) settings and or to progress to higher education and training.

Expand+Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Le...

Hide-Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.

• Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

• Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.