School Age Childcare
This course is designed to provide individuals with opportunities to acquire the skills and knowledge to plan, implement and evaluate a suitable programme of activities for a quality school age childcare setting.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As the Childcare Cert 5M2009 is to be deactivated this module cannot now be used for ECCE accreditation.
This course is only intended as a single module up skill course but may be used for other QQI full accreditation awards.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 Weeks. Wednesday 18.45 - 21.45
Further information
Our September 2025 courses commence week beginning 15th September 2025.
There are three ways to enrol:
Online: Visit collegeofFET.ie/mulgrave, scroll down to the part-time evening listing, select your chosen course, hit ‘APPLY’ and follow the steps. Or click the Application Link below
In-Person: Drop in to our campus and speak with a member of our Information and Guidance Support Team. They will help you enrol for your chosen course.
By Post: Send a completed application form with payment (cheque, bank draft, or postal order made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board) to Evening Programmes, College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus, Limerick City, V94 P232.
Please note: for security reasons, we cannot accept cash payments.
Tuition Fee: €250.
Discounts
20% discount on tuition fees can be availed of by individuals in receipt of Full Job Seekers Allowance/ Benefit, Disability Allowance or One Parent Family Payment –
20% discount can also be availed of on tuition fees for all full-time College of FET LCFE Mulgrave Street Campus Learners,
20% discount is available on tuition fees for all senior citizens
ID and Paper Evidence Required on application at Mulgrave Street Campus Office ONLY.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As the Childcare Cert 5M2009 is to be deactivated this module cannot now be used for ECCE accreditation. This course is only intended as a single module up skill course but may be used for other QQI full accreditation awards.
Programme Description:
• Understand the importance of the school age environment
• Develop an understanding of school age childcare provision
• Understand what is meant by programme of activities
• Acquire the skills, knowledge and competence to plan, implement and evaluate a programme of activities in a school age childcare setting
• Understand the process of evaluation.
5N1781 School Age Childcare
Accreditation: QQI Level 5 Minor Award in School Age Childcare 5N1781.
MPORTANT NOTE: As the Childcare Cert 5M2009 is to be deactivated this module cannot now be used for ECCE accreditation. This course is only intended as a single module up skill course but may be used for other QQI full accreditation awards.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This module cannot be used for ECCE accreditation but may be used for other accreditation and is an excellent accompaniment to the After School Support module (5N4465) for those wishing to work supervising after school activities. (Check Tusla’s Childrens Services Regulation)
Enquiries can be made to adultedmulgrave@lcetb.ie or phone 061 414344