| Course Name |
Leadership Management and Business for the Early Years Sector |
| Course Provider |
Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
111513 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Certificate |
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Dundalk Institute of Technology |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening, Online or Distance, Daytime, Weekend |
| Location (Districts) |
Dundalk |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Starting Date January 2023
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Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
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Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
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| Application Date |
Important notice about this course
The next intake for this course will be January 2022. |
| Duration |
1 Semester - 12 Weeks
Course Delivery
This one-semester (12 weeks) programme is delivered predominantly online, with live online lectures one evening a week. In addition, face to face classes will be delivered on two Saturdays over the semester (please note that we continue to review ongoing public health guidelines in relation to COVID 19, and subject to that this timetable is subject to change) |
| Course Fee |
Fees €625 |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a QQI Level 6 in Early Childhood Studies or equivalent and currently be employed in a supervisory role, manager, or educator in an ECS setting. |
| Financial Support |
Expand+Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies onl...
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Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
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| Interview |
Yes |
| Course Content |
Expand+Course Description
The aim of this programme is to support and engage early years’ educators, managers, and supervisors in ethical, democratic leadership and effective management that promotes sustainable development in the early years sect...
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The aim of this programme is to support and engage early years’ educators, managers, and supervisors in ethical, democratic leadership and effective management that promotes sustainable development in the early years sector.
The programme is designed and developed to facilitate those working in the early years sector who wish to obtain knowledge and skills through work-based learning in authentic contexts and where assessments are linked to practice. The programme supports participants in their career readiness as competent leaders and managers of high-quality provision in Early Learning and Care (ELC) settings.
Upon completion of the programme, the graduate will be able to:
? Apply theories and concepts of effective leadership, management
and change within the early year’s sector.
? Demonstrate an awareness of ethical considerations and team dynamics when implementing change.
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| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
Effective Leadership and Mentoring in the Early Years (7.5 credits)
Management and Business in the Early Years (7.5 credits |
| Number of Credits |
15 credits @ Level 7 |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact
Caroline Mc Donnell,
School of Health & Science
E: caroline.
mcdonnell@dkit.ie
Dr. Geraldine O’Connor,
School of Health & Science
T:+353(0)429370200
Ext 2736
E: geraldine.
oconnor@dkit.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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