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 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 Education

Childcare Management
Care of the Special Child - Special Needs Assistant
Classroom Assistant  - Special Needs Assistant
Montessori Diploma (2 1⁄2- 6 Years)