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Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2
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Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2

QQI Level 6

Course Code

CD

Major Award Code

6M21471

About This Course

The Early Learning and Care (Stage 2) Level 6 course is designed to meet the needs of the growing childcare provision in Ireland and the Siolta Quality Framework and Aistear Curriculum. Many childcare settings are now seeking level 6 qualifications for their employees in line with the requirements of the ECCE scheme and new legislative requirements for the sector. 


As part of the ELC programme learners will undertake extensive professional practice placement (150 hours) in at least two Early Learning and Care settings which cater for children from birth to 2 years 8 months and those which cater for children from 2 years 8 months to 6 years.

Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2
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Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2

Course Content

  • Advanced Professional Practice Placement in Early Learning and Care

  • Sociology and Social Policy in Early Learning and Care

  • The Developing Child

  • Curriculum and Pedagogy

  • Inclusive Early Learning and Care

  • Supervision and Administration Skills in Early Learning and Care

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Progression

  • BA(Hons) Childhood Studies (Advanced Entry) - University of Sunderland

  • Early Childhood Studies (Advanced Entry) - DKIT

  • Early Education and Care - ATU Sligo

  • BA Early Years Care & Education - TUS Midlands

  • Early Childhood Care, Health & Education - ATU Donegal

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Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2
Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2

Entry Requirements

QQI Level 5 Award in Early Learning and Care or Equivalent. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements. Applicants whose first language is not English require proficiency at B2 standard on the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFRL) level.


Students who are registered on the ELC programmes who undertake placements relating to children will require National.


Garda Vetting and Police Vetting, if applicable.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.

Do you have a Medical Card? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.

Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care - Stage 2
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Eimear Daly

Eimear Daly

Early Learning and Care Stage 1(Level 5)

I have gained full-time employment in the Early Years setting, where I completed my work experience as
part of my course with Cavan Institute.

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