| Course Name |
Early Childhood Care & Education - LCFE Cappamore |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB, Limerick College of F.E. - East Limerick Campus |
| Course Code |
ECCC 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 |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Cappamore |
| Course Content |
Expand+Programme Overview
This 1 year, full time programme gives learners the opportunity, to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge related to the learning, wellbeing and development of children and their identities in the field of Early Childhood Care an...
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This 1 year, full time programme gives learners the opportunity, to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge related to the learning, wellbeing and development of children and their identities in the field of Early Childhood Care and Education. Demonstrate knowledge of some theoretical concepts and abstract thinking pertinent to ECCE practice to include child protection, with significant depth in certain areas. Demonstrate a broad range of practice, interpersonal, reflective and pedagogical skills in providing for the holistic needs of babies and young children at group and individual level. Exercise judgement in selecting appropriate procedural responses to routine, varied and unfamiliar situations and challenges within an ECCE setting.
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| FET Code |
5M2009 - Early Childhood Care & Education |
| Duration |
1 Year |
| Comment |
Campus Location LCFE East Limerick Campus
Award:
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education 5M2009 |
| Course Fee |
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview. |
| Financial Support |
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary. |
| Interview |
Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Typical Modules:
Child Development
Early Care and Education Practice
Early Childhood Education and Play
Child Health and Well Being
Work Experience
Communications
Special Needs Assisting
Human Growth and Development
Safety and Health at Work |
| Entry Requirements |
• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Award holders are qualified to work in a variety of settings including, Créches, Nurseries and Montessori Playgroups.
• Holders may progress to Level 6 Childcare with After-School Provision at LCFE or o...
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• Award holders are qualified to work in a variety of settings including, Créches, Nurseries and Montessori Playgroups.
• Holders may progress to Level 6 Childcare with After-School Provision at LCFE or other Colleges.
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country will be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie
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| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |