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Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Year 1 – Level 5
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The purpose of this course is to provide the learner with knowledge, skills and competence required for the holistic care, wellbeing, safety and health of babies, toddlers and young children in the Early Learning and Care setting, through a balance of theory and hands on practical skills.
Learners will be given an opportunity to complete the following short courses during the academic year: • Patient Manual Handling • First Aid Responder (QQI Level 5
Module)
Why should I apply for this course? Learners will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and competence to work in a professional capacity, to understand the role of an Early Learning and Care professional and the importance of Personal and Professional Development. The learner will learn how to engage in Professional Development Planning, Research skills, Academic Writing skills, Digital skills and Interview skills. Throughout the course, learners will also work under supervision demonstrating the required competence, values and work practices to build reciprocal, responsive and respectful working relationships with all stakeholders in the best interest of babies, toddlers and young children. Graduates of this course will receive an internationally recognised qualification and will experience high-level skills training from a highly-experienced Early Years team. What will I study? • Professional Practice Placements in
Early Learning and Care • Children’s Rights, Legislation and
Regulation • Early Childhood Growth and
Development • Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies • Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs • Holistic Care of Children (birth to six yrs)
Progression Options Employment opportunities, on completion of Year 1 course, include: • After School Services • Crèches Assistant • Nurseries Assistant • Pre-schools and Playschools • Primary Schools Assistant • Special Needs Assistant
On successful completion of the Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Year 1) course, learners have the opportunity to progress within Portlaoise Institute to study on the QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Year 2).
PROGRESSION FOCUSED
EMPLOYMENT FOCUSED Links to Third Level Courses **
TUS Limerick Campus (Thurles) LC432 Early Childhood Care and Education (Level 7)
TUS Athlone Campus AL764 Early Years Care and Education (Level 7)
SETU Carlow Campus CW748 Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 8)
SETU Waterford Campus WD149 Early Childhood Studies (Level 8)
** Places are not guaranteed in these institutes and are subject to students meeting certain criteria. Please consult the individual college websites for more information on application. Information available also at www.cao.ie
Entry Requirements Applicants should be of Leaving Certificate Standard or have achieved an Applied Leaving Certificate with Distinction. Portlaoise Institute welcomes applications from mature students. Mature students are assessed on their merits and do not require the above qualifications.
All applicants are required to complete an assessment and interview before commencing a Further Education course in Portlaoise Institute. This assessment confirms if the student has the required level of English to complete a Level 5 course.
English language - Minimum English language and literacy competence for speakers of English as a second language is Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, B2 in writing, reading, listening and speaking. Evidence of achievement of this standard is necessary for entry to the programme.
Contact Sandra Duggan on 057 8621480 or email sduggan@loetb.ie
Duration 1 Year, September to May
Award Title, Level and Code 5M21473 – Early Learning and Care (QQI Level 5)
Cost • Exam Fees of €50 (Unless medical card holder) • Uniform/Tunic for course practicals. • Fees for Manual Handling and First Aid courses (course provided by external provider)
