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Updated
5 February, 2010
Course Details
Component 1: Supervisory in Childcare
Component 2: Social and Legal Issues in Childcare
Component 3: Working in Childcare
Component 4: Child Development
Component 5: Early Childhood Programmes
Component 6: Care Provision and Practice
Who should complete this course?
Prerequisites
Exemptions
Assessment
Accreditation
| Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare (Level 6 Major Certificate) |  |
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- Course Fee: EUR1095 (for all 6 Modules) ** Special Discount rate **
- FETAC Level 6 Major Certificate in Childcare Supervision (ref. DCXXX)
- Distance Learning course with Tutor Support accredited by: FETAC
- Students have 9 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
CMIT are offering Childcare staff an opportunity to pursue a LEVEL 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare. This Major Award meets the educational requirements as set out for the ECCE scheme. This course has been designed to equip all staff with the recognised qualification and full accreditation within a 9 month duration. In a climate where time is precious, CMIT is offering an innovative approach to learning. The CMIT eLearning system enables learners to work at their own pace needing only an internet connection, while being supported by a qualified Tutor.
There is a qualified Childcare Tutor assigned to all students to provide guidance and assistance throughout the course. The tutor will provide assistance throughout the course, and will provide written personalised feedback on all your assessment work. We are also offering additional discounts for 3 or more Students who enrol together.
By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes comprehensive Course Manuals (6), Videos, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course is very user friendly and easy to follow. You will also be able to upload assignments online and receive Tutor feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.
Click here for an overview of CMIT eLearning
About the Early Childhood Scheme
The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) is a government funded initiative offering a free pre-school year in an early education centre. Part of the requirements of the scheme, stipulate that Childcare Leaders and employees must hold certain qualifications in order to qualify for the scheme. The certification offered by this course fully meets the educational requirements for childcare staff who need to comply with the requirements of the ECCE Free Preschool Scheme. For more details see: "Guidelines regarding Qualification Requirements for participation in the Free Preschool Scheme" (Office of the Minister for Children, 2009).
Topics Covered in this Course
Component 1: Supervisory in Childcare
- Personal Development
- Supervisory Management
- Organisational Skills
- Leading a Childcare Team
- Managing Stress
- Time Management Skills
- Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers
Component 2: Social and Legal Issues in Childcare
- Overview of the Childcare Sector
- Social Policy and Legislation
- Child Protection
- Equality in Childcare
Component 3: Working in Childcare
- Working in Childcare
- Legislation
- Working with Parents
- Relating to Parents, Children and the Childcare Team
- Personal Reflection
Component 4: Child Development
- The Physical Child
- The Thinking Child
- The Social and Emotional Child
- Observation
- The Whole Child
Component 5: Early Childhood Programmes
- Overview of Early Childhood Education
- Features of Effective Early Childhood Programmes
- Programme Development and Implementation
- Planning and Evaluation
Component 6: Care Provision and Practice
- Care Provision
- The Care Worker
- Care Practice
Who should complete this course?
- All Childcare Staff, Managers and Supervisors who wish to meet the educational requirements of the ECCE scheme.
Prerequisites
- Leaving Cert (or equivalent) or a FETAC Level 5 Major award in any area.
- Applicants must currently be working (or on work experience) in the childcare sector, throughout the course, as assignments will require learners to draw upon practical experience.
Exemptions
- It is possible to gain exemptions from certain components of the course. If you already hold a FETAC award please contact us for details.
Assessment
- This course is assessed through completion of project work, assignments and personal learner records which record your personal experience of supervision in a childcare context.
- All work submitted must be your own work.
- As part of our quality assurance, assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent FETAC External Authenticator.
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare (ref. DCXXX) from FETAC.
- 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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