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Course Aims
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence required to develop and implement a broad based curriculum in an Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) setting.
Course Outline
- Critically reflect on the contributions of a range of early childhood educational theorists to pedagogical practice.
- Assess a range of early childhood programme models and approaches and their implementation.
- Evaluate the role of the adult in supporting children’s learning.
- Select from a range of strategies to facilitate assessment for learning
- Devise learning which support children’s well-being and belonging accordance with legislation and guidelines.
- Lead curriculum implementation indoor and outdoor.
- Evaluate personal and professional learning and that of others.
- Reflect on own attitudes, values and beliefs and their impact on the learning environment.
Course Work
Project 40%, Skills Demonstration 60%.
Duration/Start
4 December, Tuesday and Thursday, 7pm – 10pm.
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Childcare or equivalent.
Fee
€380