Entry Requirements:
• A learner seeking entry to this Level 5 programme does not need a previous formal qualification but should have
relevant work or life experience.
• Potential learners are expected have evidence of their proficiency in English or to have engaged in at least one year
of an English Language programme.
• All learners on this course are required to complete and pass Garda vetting.
Certificate in Childcare Modules
1. Child Development (5N1764):
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Explain the holistic development of the child to include physical,cognitive, language, social, emotional, moral,
spiritual, creative and cultural development
• Describe a range of theories of child development and learning to include Piaget, Chomsky, Erikson, Bowlby,
Ainsworth, Pavlov and Skinner
• Describe the influence of family, social, cultural and environmental factors on child development and learning
• Identify the benefits of play to the child’s holistic development and learning mindful of diversity, inclusion and
equality of opportunity
• Describe the contribution of the practitioner/parent/guardian to the development and learning of children in the
home and in the ECCE setting
• Apply theoretical principles of child development in the ECCE setting
• Document children’s developmental progress against normative milestones of development
• Carry out observations in support of programme planning for individual children and groups
• Recommend suitable play activities to promote holistic development and learning
• Evaluate own role and practice in supporting the development and learning of the child
2. Early Childhood Education and Play:(5N1773)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Outline the types, stages patterns and purposes of children’s play
• Describe a range of theories of play in the context of children’s education to include Psychoanalytic theories
(Freud, Winnicott) and Constructivist theories (Piaget, Vygotsky)
• Evaluate the role of the adult in children’s play
• Explore a child lead approach to meeting the play and educational requirements of children
• Describe different approaches to curriculum development and implementation in the ECCE setting
• Assess the value of equipment, materials, play spaces, both indoors and outdoor in the ECCE setting
• Use a range of reading and storytelling techniques appropriate to different stages of children’s development and
cultural background
• Select relevant play activities and materials appropriate to children’s interest and stage of development and cultural
background
• Implement appropriate curricula which promotes learning and the holistic development of the child
• Reflect on own role and responsibilities when supporting children in their play.
3. Early Care and Education Practice:(5N1770)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Explain the historical development of the ECCE sector in Ireland
• Outline relevant legislation, policies, practices and procedures pertaining to ECCE provision
• Explain the importance of self awareness and effective interpersonal skills in an ECCE setting
• Explain the rights of the child in the context of an ECCE setting
• Communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues
• Implement practices and activities to promote equality and value diversity in an ECCE setting
• Implement administration and operational procedures in an ECCE setting to include daily logs, routines
and record keeping
• Participate effectively in team work in an ECCE setting
• Implement care and education routines with children in the ECCE setting
• Maintain a quality ECCE environment that complies with relevant regulations and standards
• Reflect on personal strengths and weaknesses when working with children, families and team members.
Students will complete their visa requirements by studying 3 more modules at FETAC level 5.
4. Communications(5N0690)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Develop an awareness of the essential role played by communication in human interaction
• Acquire communication skills relevant to vocational and personal development
• Understand the communicative principles and practices involved in gathering and relaying information
• Acquire the skills and confidence to convey and interpret meaning, in writing, orally and visually
• Develop a critical awareness of communications messages and media
• Explore the use of modern communication and information technology, and its application in personal and
vocational life.
5. Work Experience:(5N1356)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Develop critical awareness of the changing nature of work
• Set achievable goals for work experience
• Utilise learning opportunities presented in the work environment
• Apply work skills to consolidate learning in the vocational area
• Understand how work is planned and organised at different levels in a specific vocational area
• Appreciate the importance of safety and welfare in the workplace
• Develop capabilities, both personal and vocational, to successfully meet challenges in the workplace
• Review career choices in the light of their own aspirations, experience, abilities and available options
• Explore future employment opportunities (including opportunities for self employment, contract work, work
in the social economy, etc).
6. Business Administration Skills:(5N1610)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Develop an understanding of the structure of an organisation
• Appreciate the impact of the factors which affect a business organisation
• Understand the financial aspects of business administration
• Appreciate the functions of human resources within a business organisation
• Undertake administrative duties in relation to meetings
• Process business documents (in relation to sales, purchases, stock control and insurance).
7. Marketing Practice:(5N1400)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• be familiar with the principles and practices of marketing
• be able to work effectively as a marketing assistant
• understand the functions of a marketing department
• understand the role of marketing in everyday life.
8. Behavioural Studies (5N1351)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• identify the factors which influence perception
• understand how consumers learn about company products and services
• explain the motivation for different purchasing decisions
• investigate the extent to which personality influences purchasing decision making
• understand the formation of attitude and change in consumer decision making
• analyse the impact of social groups and social class on behaviour
• appreciate the influence of cultural differences (nationally and internationally) on business practices
• understand the interaction of individuals and groups within organisations
9. Human Resources: (5N3586)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• understand how the Human Resource Management function has evolved and developed
• explain the recruitment and selection process
• be capable of designing job descriptions and person specifications for approval by a Human Resource Manager.
• understand how short listing of candidates for interview is carried out
• be capable of planning and structuring job interviews
• appreciate recruitment and selection techniques
• demonstrate how to develop various Human Resource policies and procedures in an organisation
• appreciate issues involved in dealing with employees at work.
10. Customer Service: (5N0972)
Learners who successfully complete this module will:
• Understand the role of customer service in organisational effectiveness
• Understand the role and responsibilities of a representative of an organisation and work effectively as part of a team
• Acquire a range of verbal and non- verbal skills in order to meet customer needs, handle customer complaints
and deliver good customer care
• Become familiar with consumer protection legislation
• Appreciate the rights of all customers regardless of gender, marital status, family status, sexual orientation,
religion, age, disability, race or culture.
< Childcare_FETAC Timetable 2013 >
Childcare - FETAC
| |
|
|
|
|
Tuesday
|
|
Friday
| |
|
Month
|
Date
|
9 am - 4:30pm
|
Date
|
9 am - 4:30pm
| |
|
| | |
Start Date
|
Sept
|
10
|
Child Development
|
13
|
| |
|
|
17
|
Child Development
|
20
|
| |
|
|
24
|
Child Development
|
27
|
| |
End Date:After 26 Weeks or 32 if students wants major Award
|
|
1
|
Child Development
|
4
|
| |
|
Oct
|
8
|
Child Development
|
11
|
| |
Exam date:End of each module
|
|
15
|
Child Development
|
18
|
| |
Assignments: Thought-out each module
|
|
22
|
Child Development
|
25
|
| |
Body:FETAC
|
|
| |
Teachers: Rita Bright Peter Kearney Other
|
|
5
|
Child Development
|
7
|
| |
Start Date
|
Nov
|
12
|
Early Care and Education Practice
|
14
|
Early Care and Education Practice
| |
|
|
19
|
Early Care and Education Practice
|
21
|
Early Care and Education Practice
| |
|
|
26
|
Early Care and Education Practice
|
28
|
Early Care and Education Practice
| |
|
Dec
|
3
|
Early Care and Education Practice
|
5
|
Early Care and Education Practice
| |
|
|
On Christmas Holidays From 8th Dec 2013 to 6th Jan 2014
| |
|
Month
|
Date
|
9 am - 1pm
|
Date
|
9 am - 12pm
| |
Start Date
|
Jan
|
7
|
Communications
|
9
|
Communications
| |
End Date:After 26 Weeks or 32 if students wants major Award
|
|
14
|
Communications
|
16
|
Communications
| |
|
|
21
|
Communications
|
23
|
Communications
| |
Exam date:End of each module
|
|
28
|
Communications
|
30
|
Communications
| |
Assignments: Thought-out each module
|
Feb
|
4
|
Communications
|
6
|
Communications
| |
Body:FETAC
|
|
11
|
Communications
|
13
|
Communications
| |
Teachers: Rita Bright Peter Kearney Other
|
|
18
|
Communications
|
20
|
Communications
| |
|
|
25
|
Communications
|
27
|
Communications
| |
Start Date
|
March
|
4
|
Intercultural Studies
|
6
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
11
|
Intercultural Studies
|
13
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
18
|
Intercultural Studies
|
20
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
3
|
Intercultural Studies
|
5
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
1
|
Intercultural Studies
|
3
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
April
|
8
|
Intercultural Studies
|
10
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
15
|
Intercultural Studies
|
17
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
29
|
Intercultural Studies
|
1
|
Intercultural Studies
| |
|
Sales Advisor : Choi Changwook
E-mail : choi@ncba.ie
Kakaotalk : wooka02
|