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CAO (Higher Education - HET)

Degree - Honours Bachelor

Early Childhood Studies

Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
Dundalk Institute of Technology - DKIT
Course Code
DK876
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
4 Years
Attendence
Full Time
CAO Points 2022
240
Points Change

Course Summary

This course provides comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the early years of a child’s life. This course is focused on the holistic development of young children and aims to equip students with the necessary skills to work effectively with children, families, and communities. Students explore key theories, research findings, and practical approaches related to child development, learning, and wellbeing.

BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies - DK876
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies - DK876

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College Link

College Link > DK876 - Early Childhood Studies

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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

* Time abroad utilising this language

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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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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.

Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.

Career Progression

Future Careers: Early Years Educator, Education Consultant, Further Education Tutor, Education Mental Health Practitioner, Family Support Worker, School Age Childcare Educator, Play Specialist, Learning Mentor, Preschool Education Inspectorate (DES), Preschool Inspectorate (TUSLA).

Further Research

College Link > DK876 - Early Childhood Studies

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

Qualifax
Qualifax Course Page

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