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Liberties College
Bull Alley Street
Dublin 8
T: (01) 454 0044
F: (01) 454 6348
E: info@liberties.cdvec.ie
Bull Alley Street
Dublin 8
T: (01) 454 0044
F: (01) 454 6348
E: info@liberties.cdvec.ie
Childcare Certificate FETAC
This one-year full-time course prepares students to work with young children. It is ideal for both schoolleavers and experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification. Successful students enjoy excellent employment prospects.
Course Open
Course Open
Course Number
2
Duration
1 Year full-time
Certification
FETAC Level 5 Childcare (DCHSC)
Occupational First Aid Certificate
Certificate in Primary Food Hygiene
Entry
General College Requirements
Mature Student Entry
Employment
- Playgroups
- Nurseries
- Private Families
- Early Start
- Pre-schools
- Au Pairing
Number of places available
Fifty
Principal Areas of Study
- Child Development 0-6 years
- Caring for Children 0-6 years
- Communication Skills
- Working in Childcare
- Early Childhood Education
- First Aid
- Computers
- Work Experience
- Electives
- Children’s Literature/Art and Crafts
Features of the course
- Work experience two days a week; Block Placements each term.
- Practical experience gained in 2 areas:-Early Education and Day Care
- Students acquire a good understanding of normal developmentand the needs of young children.
- Graduates will demonstrate a wide range of practical skills for both Care and Early Education.
Progression
Higher EducationChildcare Management
Care of the Special Child - Special Needs Assistant
Classroom Assistant - Special Needs Assistant
Montessori Diploma (2 1⁄2- 6 Years)


