| Infant
and Childcare Practise (Advanced Certificate)
FETAC
Level 5 Childcare (DCHSC)
Level 6 Childcare Supervisor (DCXXX) (Advanced
Certificate)
This
two-year course offers new options in Childcare training at level
6 (supervisor / experienced practitioner). The course pays particular
attentation to the care of infants. The course is suitable for learners
wishing to gain the Advanced Certificate while focusing on the role
of the experienced practitioner in everyday and specialised Childcare
settings across an age range from 0-8years.
Duration
2 year
full-time
Entry
See
Entry
Requirements.
We welcome mature applicants, who may present relevant
experience in place of examination qualifications.
Please
note that vetting by Garda or other police authorities may be required
for some placements in this sector. Please read the page on Garda
Vetting.
Progression
See
Higher
Links Scheme
Principal
Areas of Study
-
Child Development
- Early Childhood Programmes
- Caring for Children
- Working in Childcare
- Planned Activities
- Health and Welfare of Children
- Social and Legal Framework
- Supervision in Childcare
- Health and Safety; First Aid
- Elective Module: Art and Craft, Childrens Literature, Information
Technology
- Communications
- Work Experience
Features
of the Course
| -This
course is designed for people who wish to work toward leadership
positions in care teams and accept positions caring for children
in special settings. |
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Students gain a comprehensive understanding of childcare practise,
assessment and supervision. |
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The course strongly links theory and practise, providing 120
days in supervised practical training placements. |
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Experience is gained in the care of infants, toddlers and pre-school
children, and with primary school children in infant classes
and after school care. |
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Experience is gained in Early Start programmes and in Child
and Family Community Services. |
Certification
FETAC
Level 5 Award Childcare (DCHSC)
FETAC
Level 6Award Childcare Supervisor (DCXXX)
(Advanced Certificate)
Certificate in First Aid
Employment
Creche,
Pre-School and playgroup positions
Progressions to level of supervisor in the above settings
Early Start Pre-School
Community based childrens projects
Residential
Care
Family Services
Number
of Places Available
Twenty
Six
Application
Form
Application Form - Online
Application Form - Print
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