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Early Learning and Care Stage 1
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Early Learning and Care Stage 1

QQI Level 5

Course Code

CC

About This Course

This two-year Early Learning and Care programme will provide learners with the knowledge skills and competencies associated with the practical, social and legal aspects of the Early Learning and Care profession. Learners who wish to exit the award at stage 1 will be awarded the embedded award QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Learning and Care 5M21473. As part of the Early Learning and Care programme, learners must undertake extensive professional practice placement (150 hours) in at least two Tusla-registered Early Learning and Care settings at both stage 1 and stage 2.

The ELC settings include those which cater for :

  1. Children from birth to 2 years 8 months

  2. Children from 2 years 8 months to 6 years.

NB – It is important to note that the six mandatory programme modules are not accredited awards in their own right. The Level 5 certificate in Early Learning and Care will be awarded on successful completion of all 6 mandatory programme modules.

Students who are registered on the ELC programmes and undertake placement placement relating to children will require National Garda Vetting and Police Vetting if applicable.

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Early Learning and Care Stage 1

Course Content

Stage 1 QQI Level 5 Early Learning and Care Certificate:


  • Professional Practice Placement in Early Learning and Care.

  • Children’s Rights, Legislation and Regulations.

  • Early Childhood Growth and Development

  • Curriculum, Play and Creative Studies

  • Understanding and Assisting Children with Additional Needs.

  • Holistic Care of Children (birth to six years)

Upon successful completion of Stage 1, learners may progress on to Stage 2 QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care.

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Progression

Upon successful completion of Stage 1, learners may progress on to Stage 2 QQI Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care.

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Early Learning and Care Stage 1
Early Learning and Care Stage 1

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. 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 the B2 standard on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) level.


Students who are registered on the ELC programmes and undertake a placement 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. 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? You may be eligible to study with us for free. Please contact our admissions team directly to learn more about this fantastic opportunity.

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Ewelyn Oliveria Mac Uaid

Ewelyn Oliveria Mac Uaid

Childcare

At Cavan Institute, people come in with a dream and leave with a career. Going to college in Ireland was something I have always wanted but did not think was possible. From the very high rates to the long list of documents required, this dream seemed very difficult to reach but Cavan Institute made this dream reachable.

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