Course Description
Nature Based Early Learning and Care
The aim of this course is to promote the importance of outdoor learning and play in the field of Early Years Education and to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to effectively facilitate and promote this type of learning.
| College | Kerry College of Further Education & Training |
| Course Location | Tralee, Kerry |
| Course Category | Childcare, Educational & Teacher Training |
| Course Type | In-house Training |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 5 Major Award Certificate in Early Learning & Care (5M21473) |
| Course Start Date | 9th September 2024 |
| Course End Date | 30th May 2025 |
| Course Duration | 38 Weeks |
| Course Fee | 0 |
| Entry Requirements | General Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course. Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award is essential. Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher). Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland. Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme and participation is subject to a satisfactory outcome of the Garda vetting process. Specific to Early Childhood Care & Education Demonstrate an interest in working with children. Experience working or volunteering in a childcare environment is an advantage but not essential. |
| Carear Path | If you complete a QQI major award with Kerry College, you may use your results to progress to third level (University, Technological University or Institute of Technology). You should check individual university websites for specific entry criteria for courses. There is a separate section on the CAO application for applying using your QQI results from Kerry College in the same way you use your Leaving Certificate results. You may also apply under the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS). A limited number of places are available each year. |
| Phone | 0667149696/0646622593 |
| Course Code | 416497 |
For information about Kerry College of Further Education & Training, please visit their college page on Whichcollege.ie by clicking here.
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