Educational & Teacher Training courses in Ireland

Liberties College is one of three colleges of further education working in partnership with the Trinity Access Programmes to provide access courses to Higher Education. On successful completion of this course students may apply directly for entry to degree courses in Trinity College Dublin in the Faculties of Arts and Social Sciences (BESS – Business,…

Adult education is a transformative and powerful tool for change. Impacting positively on the lives of those who participate, their wider communities and society as a whole, adult education provides a platform for radical and progressive thinking. The Certificate in Adult and Community Education, delivered by experienced and dedicated tutors, introduces research based teaching and…

The demand for qualified childcare professionals has increased significantly in recent years. This course offers a comprehensive preparation for a career in early years care and education. Students receive training in practical, social and legal aspects of the profession. A qualification in childcare is a requirement for childcare staff under the government’s Early Childhood Care…

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.

Open for Applications. Commences in September 2019.

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…

Interested in the BSc in Early Childhood Care, Health and Education that prepares early year’s practitioners with a broad range of skills and knowledge and key aspects of leadership and management that will help shape and change young lives from 0 to 6 years through education.

The course had been developed by the Department of Adult and Community Education, Maynooth University in collaboration with stakeholders in the field of Adult Guidance. The course will begin to address the needs of those working in a guidance capacity with adult learners, unemployed and disadvantaged adults and those exploring career options. It will introduce…

Child Development; Communications; Child Health and Well Being; Early Childhood Education and Play; Creative Arts for Early Childhood; Early Care and Education Practice; Approaches to Early Childhood Educ.; Understanding Special Needs; Work Experience

Care Provision & Practice; Understanding Special Needs; Human Growth & Development; Intellectual Disability Studies; Creative Arts for Early Childhood; Communications; Work Experience; Word processing

Care Skills; Intellectual Disability Studies; Human Growth & Development; Care for the Older person; Care Support; Infection, Prevention & Control; Understanding Special Needs; Communications; Work Experience; Word Processing

This one-year course/programme prepares students to work with young children aged 0 6 in a variety of childcare settings. The award will provide participants with skills, knowledge and competence to work as a childcare professional within the childcare and early education sector. COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT Child Development Early Childhood Education and Play Work Experience Special Needs…

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…

Course Overview Are you interested in working as an early learning practitioner? This Early Childhood Care course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to work competently, safely and effectively with young children in a childcare setting. As part of their course students are expected to do work experience one day a week…

With a 2nd free pre-school year for all children from 3 years of age, there will be a continued demand for qualified staff. Over 60,000 children are presently availing of this service with very encouraging outcomes for their readiness for primary school education. This course is particularly suited to mature students who wish to re-train,…

Aim This course is designed to train students wishing to work with young children. It is suitable for both school leavers and for mature students seeking a formal qualification. Modules include Child Development Early Care and Education Practice Early Childhood Education and Play Child Health and Wellbeing Creative Arts for Early Childhood Communications Safety and…

Aim This one year course is designed to further develop and enhance your knowledge and skills to work at a supervisory or management level in the childcare service. Modules include Child Development Early Childhood Curriculum Childhood Social, Legal and Health Studies Supervision in Early Childhood Care Diversity and Equality Team Leadership Work Experience One module…

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 FETAC Level 6 course enables learners to develop a comprehensive range of skills that will allow them to take up employment of a general supervisory nature in the childcare sector, some of whom may become self employed. Work experience will be an integral part of this course.

This is an ideal course for those seeking a formal qualification in childcare

Child Development; Early Care and Education Practice; Communications; Work Experience; Approaches to Early Childhood Education; Understanding Special Needs; Creative Arts For Early Childhood; Child Health and Well Being; Early Childhood Education and Play

Thisone-yearcourse,similartoourotherartsprogramme,aimstoprepare participants for entrance into Arts programmes in Irish universities and colleges but also lay foundations for those who want to pursue a career as either a primary or secondary teacher.While the course alsoprepares studentsforentrytoemploymentinarangeofsettings,itismainlyaimed atthosewhowanttopursuecareersintheeducationandtrainingarena. Byprogressingtoanartsdegreeoreducationandtrainingqualification, and then on to a post graduate qualification, students can access the many opportunities in the world of…

This one-year course/programme aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and competence required to work effectively in Early Childhood Education in a leadership / supervisory capacity. COURSE/PROGRAMME CONTENT Child Development Childhood Social & Legal Studies Child Psychology Personal and Professional Practice Early Childhood Literacy & Numeracy Early Childhood Curriculum Special Needs Assisting Work Experience

Special Needs Assistant Training  Combined Level 5 & 6 Qualifications QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Special Needs Assisting 5N1786 QQI Level 5 Component Certificate in Children with Additional Needs QQI Level 6 Component Certificate in Special Needs Assisting 6N1957 Course Fee €1194 -Includes course materials Aims This QQI Level 5 & 6 Combined Special…

Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) with Montessori Course Code:  6M2007 Delivery: Part Time Evening Qualifications QQI Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care and Education – 8 Modules Certificate in ECCE with Montessori awarded by The College of Progressive Education Course Fee €2,259 -Includes course materials Aims This programme has been specifically designed for learners…

Course aim To assists students in achieving access to further and higher education through improvement of their point score. Modules English Irish Maths Applied Maths Biology Chemistry Physics Business Economics Accounting French German Spanish Geography History Home Economics Classical Studies Art Music  

The Repeat Leaving Certificate Course is designed for students who wish to maximise their points in preparation for progression to Third Level Education. It is also suitable for mature students returning to education. This is a revision course and students are required to work on their own initiative. There are frequent subject assessments and attendance…

This Certificate level course is designed as a stepping stone for adults who wish to return to study but have not studied in any formal way for a number of years. Participants are given an opportunity to sample a number of academic subjects so that they can make a more informed choice when selecting subjects…

This full-time programme, which commenced in September 2014, is designed to equip learners with the specialist knowledge and practical skills to pursue a career in the growing care/disability sector. Graduates are eligible to work in mainstream schools, special schools and ASD units in the role of SNA, as support workers in centres for people with…

Aim The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a special needs assistant in a range of education settings, such as primary and post-primary. Modules include Human Growth and Development Understanding Special Needs Special Needs Assisting Person Centred Focus to Disability Safety and…

Course Overview Do you want to further develop your experience and knowledge in the childcare sector? Do you want the  opportunity to become a room leader/supervisor in a creche? This Level 6 course will give you the skills to work effectively and confidently within a childcare setting.  You will gain a deeper understanding of the…