Early Learning and Care

Certificate in Early Learning & Care Stage 1 QQI Level 5 (5M21473) – Year 1

Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education QQI Level 6 (6M2007) – Year 2

The Early Learning and Care course is designed to equip the learner with the personal skills, knowledge and competence required for working with children in a professional manner, within Early Childhood Care and Education settings. The course aims to equip the learner with the necessary skills required for assisting children with General Learning Difficulties (GLD) and Specific Learning Difficulties (SPLD). This course promotes the highest standards of good practice, equality of opportunity, an inclusive approach to curriculum development and respect for diversity in lifestyle, religion, and culture.

Level 5

• Early Childhood Growth and Development
• Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulations
• Professional Practice Placement in Early Learning and Care
• Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies
• Understanding Children with Additional Needs
• Holistic Care of Children (Birth to 6 Years)
• Professional Practice Placement in Early Learning and Care

Level 6

• Childhood Social Legal & Health Studies
• Child Development
• Early Childhood Curriculum
• Work Experience
• Team Leadership
• Early Childhood Arts and Culture
• Supervision in Early Childhood Care
• Special Needs Assisting