| Course Name |
Childcare - Early Childhood Care & Education |
| Course Provider |
St. Colman's Community College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M2009 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Midleton |
| Course Content |
This course is designed for learners who are interested in pursuing a career in childcare or learners who wish to pursue further studies. This course will facilitate learners who wish to care for young people in a range of settings, including nurseries, creches and playgroups. Studying towards a childcare qualification is an enjoyable journey as you will get to explore all aspects of a child’s development, from safety and psychology, to regulation and legislation. |
| FET Code |
5M2009 - Early Childhood Care & Education |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Work experience placement is an integral part of this course. Candidates gain first-hand experience by attending appropriate and related work placements within the community care environment. Garda clearance is essential to partake in work experience which comprises a minimum of 10 days placement. |
| Financial Support |
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Student Grants Support is available to eligible students studying fulltime Post Leaving Certificate Courses (PLCs) in St Colman's Community College. SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is t...
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Student Grants Support is available to eligible students studying fulltime Post Leaving Certificate Courses (PLCs) in St Colman's Community College. SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is the single national Awarding Authority for all new student grant applications. Applications are made online and are subject to supporting documentation. The online application system provides you with a quick, user friendly way to apply for your grant. www.susi.ie is a comprehensive source of information on the student grant scheme and provides a handy step-by-step guide to eligibility and the grants process.
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| Interview |
Yes |
| Application Date |
By September 2017
Online application available - view link below. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Course commences in September 2017 |
| Subjects Taught |
Child Development
Early Care and Education Practice
Early Childhood Education and Play
Child Health and Well-being
Work Experience
Communications
Children With Additional Needs
Creative Arts for Early Childhood
Word Processing
To obtain a full QQI (FETAC) Level 5 Community Care Award a learner must be successful in 8 components |
| Mature Entry Places |
Mature students welcome |
| Entry Requirements |
Applications are welcome from all adult applicants and those sitting the Leaving Cert 2017
Garda Vetting form available online (View link to course webpage below) |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Progression/Career Opportunities
Learners, who have successfully completed the Childcare course, are eligible to apply for employment as a Childcare assistant within the childcare sector. Alternatively, the full FETAC Level 5 award facilitates entry, to QQI Level 6 Childcare Courses. |
| Further Enquiries |
Telephone: 021 463 1696
Email: stcolmans@colmans.ie
Principal Mr. Gerry Kelly
Deputy Ms. Goretti Fitzgerald |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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