Early Childhood Education courses in Ireland

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the philosophy and practice underpinning a specific approach to Early Childhood Education, to include one of the following Montessori, Froebel, Steiner or Weikart. Module objectives: To familiarise the learner with various educational theorists and their programmes suitable for…

This programme will nurture student’s personal, social and professional development with a view to developing a highly competent professional educator committed to providing high-quality care and education services for babies, toddlers, young children and their families based on the contemporary principles of best practice as determined by Aistear and Siolta.

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Care and Education; ; ; ; The early years and experiences of a child’s life are fundamentally important for them in the here and now and can help shape their future. This honours degree programme will equip you, the early childhood educator, with a comprehensive knowledge base of all…

The purpose of this QQI Early Childhood Arts and Culture (Montessori Culture) award is to equip the learner with the necessary skills and competence to ensure that each child develops a competent level of learning through Arts and Culture in the ECCE setting. Each student will gain a full understanding of the montessori method of…

This full-time award leads to a QQI level 5 Certificate after one year. The course is structured to provide students with a high standard of training and assessment leading to a recognized qualification for those wishing to work in the childcare sector in a variety of areas such as; working with the child in a…

This one-year full-time course prepares students to work with young children. It is ideal for both school-leavers and experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification. Successful students enjoy excellent employment prospects.

This one year full time is an advanced Childcare course is suited to participants with previous childcare training who wish to develop their range of childcare industry knowledge. Successful participants may advance to Team Leader in an ECCE or ECEC setting. Progression prospects are excellent both to work and Higher Education.

This is an advanced course suited to participants who would like to work in the Early Years sector and who have an interest in Outdoor and Forest School Education. This course would give students confidence and skills to take children outdoors to experience the benefits of nature based play and it will also help the…

This QQI Level 5 Childcare Major award programme is designed to prepare you to work in a supervised role, competently, safely and effectively with children aged 0 – 6 years. The Early Childhood Care & Education course is designed to emphasise the integrated nature of work with young children. It will also prepare you to…

Who should complete this course? Students who wish to gain a QQI credit in Early Childhood Programmes at Level 6. Students who aim to promote good practice, equality, and respect for diversity in early childhood education and care. Students who wish to understand child development from 0-6 years. Students who are looking to complete the QQI advanced…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to ensure that each child’s learning development and well-being is facilitated through the provision of opportunities, experiences, activities, interaction, materials and equipment, having regard to the age and stage of development of the child and the child’s cultural context.…

The purpose of this QQI Early Childhood Literacy & Numeracy (Montessori Maths & Language) award is to equip the learner with the necessary skills and competence to ensure that each child develops a competent level of literacy and numeracy skills as developed through the montessori method of teaching. Each student will gain a full understanding of the…

This course is suitable for post leaving cert students and mature students who are interested in teaching (Primary school teaching, Post-Primary school teaching, or teaching in Further Education). This award offers a wide range of modules which enables students to gain a critical awareness of the way in which the Irish Education system operates. Learners…

This Early Learning and Care course will equip learners with the skills required to gain employment in a variety of childcare settings but particularly in the pre-school setting.     What Will I Study? Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulation (5C21524) Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies (5C21527) Early Childhood Growth and Development (5C21526) Holistic Care of…

This course will equip learners with the skills required to gain employment in a variety of childcare settings but particularly in the pre-school setting. WHAT WILL I STUDY? Children’s Rights, Legislation & Regulation (5C21524) Curriculum, Play & Creative Studies (5C21527) Early Childhood Growth & Development (5C21526) Holistic Care of Children, 0-6 Years (5C21525) Professional Practice…

On successful completion of this QQI Supervision in Early Childhood Care module learners will be equipped with knowledge, skill and competence in relation to management theory, the role of the supervisor, supervision practice, motivation theory and practical supervision skills. This will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to supervise others in providing…