Course Summary
The programme offers the student the opportunity to study early childhood from differing perspectives – educational, psychological, social, and cultural.
The programme also includes tuition in art, music and drama, which provides an extensive portfolio of child-centred activities. Attention is also paid to practical skills needed in this type of work such as child health, exercise and nutrition, and the physical care of children.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
Language options with this course
The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Entry Requirements
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QQI / FET Links
This course will accept Any QQI Level 5 or 6 Major Award as an entry requirement.
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Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Career Progression
Employment opportunities include working in the early childhood education and care industry; children with specific learning needs; children’s residential care centres; family and community support centres; and after school services. BEd Honours graduates (Level 8) are strongly positioned and fully qualified to take up management roles in each of the above settings.
Further Research
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