| Course Name |
Early Childhood Care & Education |
| Course Provider |
Monaghan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
6M2007 ECE3 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
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QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Course Content |
Expand+This Advanced Certificate course supports learners develop practical skills and knowledge to be successful in a career in a variety of Early Years settings. Additionally, graduates may decide to progress to higher education to enhance their qualifica...
Hide-This Advanced Certificate course supports learners develop practical skills and knowledge to be successful in a career in a variety of Early Years settings. Additionally, graduates may decide to progress to higher education to enhance their qualifications.
Is This Course Right For You?
All staff working in leadership/managerial roles who provide for the preschool year (ECCE scheme) must hold a minimum QQI Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care and Education (or equivalent). This course provides opportunities to work in a variety of early childhood care and education settings, such as Full Day Care and Pre-Schools.
What Will You Study?
If you already have an Early Years qualification or Level 5 equivalent, this course will enhance your knowledge (including Síolta and Aistear) and managerial skills. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain work experience within a variety of Early Years settings.
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| FET Code |
6M2007 - Supervision in Childcare |
| Duration |
1 Year - Full Time |
| Comment |
Qualification
6M2007 QQI Level 6 Early Childhood Care & Education |
| Number of Places |
25 |
| Course Fee |
Government Levy €200.00
QQI Exam Fee € 80.00
Booking Deposit € 50.00
Capitation Fee €130.00
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| Financial Support |
Full-time learners may be eligible to apply for a Further Education grant, which is means tested. For more information and advice contact your local Education and Training Board (ETB) or visit www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie where applications can be made online.
Further Information
For more information, please contact Denise McKenna, VTOS Admin Officer on denisemckenna@monaghaninstitute.ie
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| Application Weblink |
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| Subjects Taught |
Areas of study to include:
Child Development
Early Childhood Curriculum
Childhood Social, Legal & Health Studies
Supervision in Early Childhood Care
Early Childhood Literacy and Numeracy
Special Needs Assisting
Work Experience
Team Leadership |
| Entry Requirements |
This is an Advanced Certificate course for those who have completed the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education or equivalent. Entry may be subject to interview & depends on satisfactory completion of an induction programme & Garda Vetting. |
| Assessment Method |
You will be assessed on the basis of:
• Assignments
• Examinations
• Project Work |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Career Prospects
Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Primary School Teaching
Speech and Language
E...
Hide-Career Prospects
Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education graduates find employment in diverse fields. Here are some of the most popular career destinations you could progress to:
Primary School Teaching
Speech and Language
Early Childhood Lecturer
Inspectorate roles
Managerial and Leadership position within Early Years settings
Government Agencies such as Tulsa
Semi state bodies such as the ISPCC
Degree Progression
There are many degree options available from this course, including:
St Angela’s College Sligo Arts / Professional Masters in Home Economics Education 8/9
Stranmillis University College/QUB Early Childhood Studies (offered on a part time basis at Monaghan Institute) 8
DCU Early Childhood Education 8
DKIT Early Childhood Studies 8
LKIT Early Childhood Care, Health and Education 8
Marino Institute of Education Early Childhood Education 8
Employment Progression
Graduates progressed to work for the following companies:
Newbliss Childcare, Newbliss
Art Mooney Childcare Centre, Oram
Edenbeag Childcare Centre, Emyvale
Carrickmacross Community Childcare Ltd
Tots to Teens, Scotstown GAA Complex.
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| Further Enquiries |
Monaghan Institute Education Campus, Armagh Road, Monaghan
Tel. 047-84900
E-mail: info@monaghaninstitute.ie
Visit our Website on www.monaghaninstitute.ie
For more information on this course, please contact Lynda Smyth. |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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