Code

PG25080

Title

Level 5 Certificate in Early Learning and Care

Programme Purpose

This level 5 certificate has been developed in response to the Professional Award Type Descriptors levels 5-8: Annotated for QQI ELC Awards. The aim of the programme is to enable learners to develop the knowledge, skills, and competence to work independently and as part of a team, subject to practice supervision, promoting and supporting the holistic needs of children from 0 to six years. This proposed programme leads to a Certificate in Early Learning and Care at NFQ level 5. This programme is designed to meet the QQI professional award standards for early learning and care at NFQ level 5. The programme comprises 6 mandatory modules, enabling the learner to develop the knowledge, skills and competences required to work independently and as part of a team, subject to practice supervision, in an ELC setting. The focus is on promoting the holistic wellbeing, development and learning of children from 0 to six years across a range of ELC settings. The programme offers a balance of theory and practice, with the professional practice placement being integral to the teaching and learning. Learners who successfully complete the programme will have opportunities to progress into the workplace or into further and higher education.

Duration Description

NFQ Level(s)

5

EQF Level(s)

4

Location

Wicklow

Delivery Modes

Delivery Methods

Directed Learning

E-learning (directed)

E-learning (self-directed)

Group Discussions/Interactions

Self Directed Learning

Lectures / Classes

Tutorials/One on one supported learning

Webinars

Work experience

Work Experience/Simulated Work environment

PEL Applies

Yes

PEL Arrangements

Insurance Product

What is PEL?

Details

Validation Date

Validation Documents

Certificate of Validation, Panel Report