Dear SNA Learner
As I am sure, you are acutely aware that the economic recession has made it increasingly difficult to find and retain a job. The job market has become highly competitive and the pressure for higher qualifications is ever present. This means jobseekers cannot stand still, they need to continually improve and add to their qualifications.
Why not broaden your horizons and open up the opportunities to find a role an early years centre by completing your Certificate in Childcare FETAC Level 5 Major Award or just improve your skills for working with junior infants. With the advent of the new free preschool year ECCE scheme there is an increased demand for qualified childcare practitioners. In addition there will be further opportunities to progress your career once you have completed your Level 5 major award. E.g. Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare FETAC Level 6, Advanced Certificate in Management FETAC Level 6 and following that a related degree in one of Ireland’s renowned third level colleges.
It is anticipated that there will be a requirement for SNA’s to have a major award in the future so why wait! One of the avenues you might explore would be the Certificate in Childcare FETAC Level 5 Major Award mentioned above.
If you have any queries concerning your previous qualification with the College please ring Brenda O’Brien 01 4884312 to discuss your options.
For the coming September you might like to consider adding one of the following major awards:
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Price |
FETAC Level |
Special offer
Only got two FETAC Level 5 modules? Do not despair! Complete your Work Experience and Communications modules as a package and you will be half way to achieving a Certificate in Childcare FETAC Level 5 major award. |
Only €225.00 Normal price €1,000.00 |
5 |
Special offer
Programme for Special Needs Assistants who have completed four FETAC Level 5 modules with the College. Complete your other four modules at a discounted rate and get your Childcare Major Award – DCHSC. |
€1025.00 |
5 |
Supervision in Childcare Major Award DCXXX
Learners must have a FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Childcare to enrol on this programme. Learners must also be capable of carrying out a substantial amount of self directed learning and research. This programme is recognised as one of the qualifications for the ECCE capitation fee scheme for crèches. |
€1195.00 |
6 |
Advanced Studies in the Montessori Method of Education
Six FETAC Level 6 Component Certificates. This programme in conjunction with the FETAC Level 6 Supervision in Childcare would give learners the opportunity to work in a wider variety of childcare settings. It also gives learners the skills required to develop a Montessori curriculum for children in the age range 3 – 6 Years. |
€2500.00 |
6
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Crèche Management
Advanced Certificate in Management FETAC Level 6 Major award BMANX. Learners must have at least a FETAC Level 5 or 6 Childcare Major Award. This programme gives learners the opportunity to acquire all the key management skills required to operate a high quality early years centre. This award does not qualify a centre for the higher capitation fee on the ECCE scheme where the requirements are focused on childcare skills. Phone Denise on 01 4884316 01 4884316 if you would like further details. |
€2075.00 |
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The College is currently making representations to FETAC to have the module L22100 recognised as the equivalent of the two modules Special Needs Assisting and Understanding Special Needs. We will keep you updated with any news.
Learners who intend to remain working with children and adults with special needs, might like to consider adding the Component Certificate Intellectual Disability Studies FETAC Level 5 or the Component Certificate Child Psychology (4-18 Years) FETAC Level 6 to their list of qualifications. Do not forget the Special Needs Assistant FETAC Level 6 if you have not already completed this.
The Major awards are available, part time and distance learning/online over approximately one/two years.
Details and timetables for all the programmes can be found on our web site www.progressivecollege.com or phone us on 01 4884300.
Wishing you every success with your career.