Caring for Children (0-6 years)

Caring for Children (0-6 years) - Course Code - 2.29

FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate D20159

Course Syllabus

Unit 1. Safety

Keeping the environment safe
Safe storage of materials
Guidelines for taking children on outings
Managing pets in the childcare environment
Managing in the event of a child choking
Procedures for resuscitating a baby or child
Procedures to handle an accident and a fire
Contents of First aid kit
Contents of a medical cabinet

Unit 2 Health

Personal care routines for children 0-6 years
Understanding infection spread and management
Current Immunisation programmes
Cleaning and sterilising toys and equipment
Recognising and caring for a sick child
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Appropriate Exercises and physical activities
for children 0-6 years

Unit 3 Feeding babies and children

Balanced Diet
Balanced and appropriate menus
Breast feeding/Bottle feeding
Feeding problems
Healthy snacks
Safe management of cold/hot meals
Daily food log

Unit 4 Safe and hygienic daily care

Clothing and Footwear
Nappy changing and care
Bathing a baby
Toilet training
Daily nappy/toilet log

Qualifications

Component Certificate in Caring for Children 0–6 Years (FETAC Level 5)

Certificate in Caring for Children 0-6 Years (The College of Progressive Education)

Who should participate in this course?

The module is designed to equip the learner with the skills and knowledge to care for children from 0-6 years either in the home or as part of as supervised team in a childcare setting. The module aims to promote good proactive, equality of opportunity and respect for diversity in lifestyles, religion and culture and the maintenance of a healthy, hygienic and safe environment for children.

General Aims

To understand the responsibilities involved in caring for children
To care of the physical needs of children from 0-6 years
Promote good practice in caring for children
Maintain an environment of children that is healthy, hygienic and safe

Entry Requirements

Learners must hold a nationally recognized First Aid certificate in order to complete this module successfully. A list of recognised courses can be obtained from the Health and Safety Authority.
Leaving certificate or equivalent qualification OR relevant life/work experience
Application form MUST be accompanied by a letter explaining:
- Why you wish to undertake this course module
- Your previous experience in childcare
- Where you intend to gain your work experience

Work Experience

A minumum of 25 hours during the module. These hours may be taken into account if the learner undertakes FETAC Level 5 Work experience module within a two-year period.

Assessment Method

Project, Assessment of practical skills, portfolio of work and examination.

Duration

10 evenings one per week and 2 Saturdays

Further Studies

Additional FETAC level 5 modules to progress to National Award in Childcare

Career Options

Crèche or pre-school worker, Childminder

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