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Updated
23 August, 2010
Course Details
Unit 1: Overview of Early Childhood Education
Unit 2: Features of Effective Childhood Programmes
Unit 3: Programme Development and Implementation
Unit 4: Planning and Evaluation
Who should complete this course?
Prerequisites
Assessment
Progression to Further Studies
Accreditation
| Certificate in Early Childhood Programmes (FETAC Level 6) |  |
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- Course Fee: EUR495
- Distance Learning course with Tutor Support accredited by: FETAC
- Students have 6 months to work at their own pace, and can start at any time of year.
- Click here to Enrol for this course online now
- Click here to Request a Prospectus
Course Details
This is a comprehensive and in-depth course designed to provide the learner with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to supervise the implementation of early childhood programmes of learning for 0-6 years. The module aims to promote good practice, equality, and respect for diversity in early childhood education and care.
This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assignments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Topics Covered in this Course
Unit 1: Overview of Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Education and Childcare
- Children's Early Learning and Development
- The Whole Child Approach
- Principal Learning Theories
- Early Childhood Curricula
Unit 2: Features of Effective Childhood Programmes
- Balance of Activities
- Clear Aims and Objectives
- Equality, Diversity, and Involvement of Others
- Child Learning Styles
- Play and Experimentation
- Positive Learning Environment
- Child Focus
Unit 3: Programme Development and Implementation
- Creating Engaging Activities
- Planning the Environment
- Maintaining a Safe Environment
- The Role of Supervisors
Unit 4: Planning and Evaluation
- Plans and Schedules
- Involving Parents
- Reviewing Programmes
Who should complete this course?
- Childcare workers, Childcare supervisors and Childcare managers.
- People who wish to gain an accredited qualification in Child Development and wish to study at their own pace, and in their own time.
Prerequisites
- A Leaving cert or Level 5 certificate or equivalent.
- As this programme is delivered through distance learning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
- Applicants must currently be working in a childcare setting, as assignments will require learners to draw upon practical experience.
- Basic working knowledge of computers is required to do the course.
Assessment
- This course is assessed through completion of a project and skills demonstration.
- As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent FETAC External Authenticator.
Progression to Further Studies
- This course leads to a Level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
- Students who successfully complete this programme may use this Level 6 credit towards the FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare programme (Ref. DCXXX).
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 Certificate in Early Childhood Programmes (D30176).
- The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.
- Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.
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