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Working in Childcare (FETAC Level 5)

  • Course Fee: Special Offer price Now only: €249.50
  • Was: €499
  • FETAC Level 5 component Certificate in: Working in Childcare (D20153).
  • Distance learning/eLearning home study course leading to a FETAC award.
  • There are no lectures to attend, and all course materials are provided.
  • Students must complete this course within 2 months with all assessments completed and submitted by October 31st 2012.

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Who should complete this course?

  • Students who wish to gain a FETAC credit in Working in Childcare at Level 5.

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

  • be aware of the history and current status of childcare provision in Ireland
  • recognise the importance of certain personal qualities and values for those working with children
  • understand the entitlements and responsibilities of a childcare employee
  • appreciate the need for continuing professional development in childcare, drawing on personal reflection and experience
  • promote equality of opportunity and respect for diversity in the childcare setting
  • appreciate the importance of working effectively with parents and as part of a childcare team.

This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension.

Assignments may be emailed or posted  to the College whichever is more convenient.

Topics covered include:

  • Working in Childcare
  • Legislation
  • Working with Parents
  • Relating to Parents, Children and the Childcare Team
  • Personal Reflection.

Preferred entry level:

  • Level 4 Certificate or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences
  • As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.

Programme Entry Requirements:

  • If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.
  • If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.

Progression to further Studies:

  • This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Learners can use this credit towards completing the Level 5 Certificate in Childcare DCHSC.

Assessment:

Assignments (2) 60%
Learner Records 40%

Assignments (2)

The internal assessor will devise two briefs that require the candidate to produce evidence that demonstrates an understanding and application of a range of specific learning outcomes. Click here for more information.

Learner Records:

A personal reflective diary will be compiled by candidates.

It will include reflection on:

  • training in childcare, including learning patterns and the links between theoretical learning and practical work with children
  • the effect this training has on working with children
  • relationships with parents/members of the childcare team
  • personal learning in childcare

Accreditation:

  • Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 5 component Certificate in Working in Childcare (D20153).
  • The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. The Open College is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. Click here for details of the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Click here for more detailed Accreditation information.
  • There is a €85.00 registration fee payable to include administration, moderation and FETAC accreditation.

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