Early Childhood Care & Education

Course details

At FETAC levels 4 and 5, no formal educational qualifications are required for entry onto the courses. However, it is important that learners choose the level that is most appropriate and manageable for them. We strongly recommend that you contact one of the course directors or the College if you are unsure as to what level of study at which you feel you wish to start. Informal inquiries are welcome at any stage and you can make an appointment to come into the college to discuss the course and your particular needs.

FETAC Level 4

This course is intended for learners who would like an introduction to Childcare and feel that they would like to begin at Level 4. At Level 4, learners may be already working with children and feel that they would like to develop their education and skills in this area. The course offers an introduction to Childcare studies and study skills are built into the timetable. This course is offered on a part-time basis over one year and students will attend one day per week on Fridays, 9.30am - 4pm.

FETAC Level 5

This course is designed for people who are currently working in Childcare or who have a strong interest in working in this area. At Level 5, learners may have already taken modules at Level 4 or feel confident to embark on study which is a step up from the introductory level. The course is run over two years on a part-time basis. Students will attend one day per week on Fridays, 9.30am - 4pm.

Course Content

FETAC Level 4:

• Childcare and Safety
• Child Development and Play
• Personal and Interpersonal Development
• Information Technology Skills

FETAC Level 5

Year 1

• Early Care and Education Practice
• Child Health and Well Being
• Work Experience
• Occupational First Aid
• Children with Additional Needs

Year 2

• Child Development
• Early Childhood Education & Play
• Creative Arts for Early Childhood
• Communications

Course content may be revised for educational or organisational reasons