This one year Level 6 QQI programme in Early Learning and Care provides an advancement of training in Early Years Studies. It offers the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Early Learning and Care Sector. The programme contains a mix of practical and theoretical elements with workshops throughout the year.
The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work as an autonomous Professional such as Manager of an Early Years Setting, Special Needs Assistant, Care Assistant, Nanny or to operate a Child-Minding business. This is the minimum qualification to be a Room Leader. Successful students will be awarded a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care . Extra courses/workshops may be provided such as Cardiac First Responder (CFR), Child Protection Guidelines, Disability Studies and Creative Workshops.
This is a one year, full time course, running from September to May.
I am delighted that I returned for a second year, to continue my education in Mayo College of Further Education and Training. The Advanced Early Learning and Care Level 6 is enjoyable, interesting and inclusive. The staff are all wonderful and supportive and provide me with the information and knowledge that I require to work within my chosen sector. I would recommend Mayo College of Further Education and Training to anyone wishing to progress their education in Early Years.
-Aisling Fleming
There are no fees to study this course.
There are a wide range of progression opportunities available for FET graduates via the CAO website. Please view the entry requirements for all Higher Education colleges here: https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&s=fetac