Experienced Practitioners
Certificate in Childcare FETAC Level 5 Programme DCHSC
ECCE free pre-school year scheme Programme Code EP3.7
The College of Progressive Education is committed to supporting people who are working in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Practitioners who wish to join the new ECCE free pre-school year scheme will need to have or will need to obtain a FETAC Level 5 or 6 Award.
For those Practitioners who have extensive experience in the provision of Early Childhood Care and Education and need to obtain the FETAC Level 5 or 6 award, the College is offering an option to obtain their qualification within one year. The College is running the full FETAC Level 5 Childcare Award via Distance Learning. This will involve learners carrying out a substantial amount of self directed learning and attending 11 Saturday seminars in Dublin. Tutor support will be provided via online and phone. A comprehensive set of programme materials will also be provided. This programme assumes learners have already acquired a good understanding of childcare. For those learners who need to acquire the skills and the award at an easier pace the College provides the FETAC Level 5 Childcare Major Award over two years. Discounts are available for those who have a number of qualifying modules already. If a business is funding this programme you may be able to claim tax relief on the cost of the programme. Please consult your accountant / tax advisor. The modules covered are: 1. Early Childhood Education 2. Caring for Children (0-6 Years) 3. Child Development 4. Work Experience 5. Communications 6. Working in Childcare 7. Safety & Health at Work 8. Social Studies Don’t miss the opportunity to avail of the training at a great price! For further information please contact Audrey 01-4884316
Learners must have at least one of the following:
Learners must be capable of managing their own self directed learning.
Certificate in Childcare FETAC Level 5 Major Award - DCHSC
OMCYA - Office of the Minister of Children