Advanced Certificate in Childcare Supervision - Level 6 Major Award - DCXXX

• Course Fee: New Special Offer - €879 (for all 5 modules)
• FETAC Level 6 Major Award in Childcare Supervision (DCXXX) 
• Distance Learning course supported with fully qualified tutors & accredited by: FETAC
• There are no lectures to attend, and all course materials are provided.
• Students must complete four Mandatory Modules and either One Level 6 Elective module or Two Level 5 Elective modules - see below.
• 12 Elective Modules to choose from.
• Students have only 5 months to complete the course. The programme must be completed by the end of October 2012 as the FETAC award code - DCXXX will be deactivated.

Some of the many benefits of studying with us on this course:

• Range: 12 elective modules to choose from.
• Pricing: Our Prices can't be beaten - Why Pay more for the same FETAC Award!
• All student fees for this Major Award are fully secure and protected by a Bank Guarantee.
• Interest Free Easy Payment Plan available with this course. »Click here for further details.
• Study at your own time and pace.
• No classes to attend.
• We only offer FETAC awards thus ensuring high Quality and Standards.
• Work placement Insurance can be covered by us in certain circumstances. Ask for details.
• Group Discounts Available: Enrol 2 + people together for €817 per learner (a further discount of 7% per person on the existing Introductory offer price).

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This intensive programme will provide you with the skills, knowledge and competencies required to supervise in a childcare centre.

The programme meets the educational requirements as set out for the Government’s Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) scheme introduced in 2009. The ECCE requires that at least one person in each childcare centre or crèche has this qualification. It will provide a major boost to your career prospects if you are interested in building a career in childcare.

In addition to being valuable for staff working in childcare environments, the modules within this course provide valuable information and important skills to learners and to others involved in the informal provision of childcare and childhood development.

Who should complete this course?

• It is a suitable course for those with a significant professional interest in Childcare and who wish to gain a nationally accredited award as a Childcare Supervisor at Level 6 and all Childcare Staff, Managers and Supervisors who wish to meet the educational requirements of the ECCE scheme.

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

• Develop an understanding of the interdependency of all domains of child development and its impact on early childhood education and care practice. 
• Acquire an understanding of early childhood programmes. 
• Develop an awareness of social and legal issues which relate directly to and impact on early childhood education and care settings. 
• Enhance professional communication skills to promote effective interaction with all stakeholders.
  
  

This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification. Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration.

The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension. Assignments may be emailed or posted to the College whichever is more convenient.

Major Award Certificate in Childcare Supervision
Requirement in credit value is 5

Students must complete these 4 Mandatory Modules

Module 1 – Supervision in Childcare - D30178 (1 Credit)

• Acquire the skills, knowledge and competence required to supervise an early childhood education and care setting and support others in their role and performance.
• Recognise the benefits of being a reflective practitioner.
• Analyse relevant theory and relate it to the practice of supervision.
• The ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Devise strategies for working in partnership with parents/carers and external organisations.

Module 2 - Early Childhood Programmes - D30176 (1 Credit)

• Acquire an understanding of early childhood programmes.
• Understand the integrated role of learning, development and curriculum/programmes.
• Appreciate the range of features involved in effective early childhood programmes.
• Explore the role and responsibilities of the supervisor and the childcare worker in relation to programme practice.
• Appreciate the interrelationship between planning, implementation, evaluation and curriculum / programmes.

Module 3 - Child Development - D30005 (1 Credit)

• Recognise the capabilities and potential of the individual child across all domains of development.
• Carry out observation and evaluation techniques, and understand their implications for practice.
• Understand the influence of genetic, social, cultural and environmental factors on the overall development of the child.
• Understand the interdependency of all domains of development critically reflect on child development.
• Theory and its impact on early childhood education and care practice.

Module 4 - Social and Legal Issues in Childcare - D30177 (1 credit)

• Be familiar with international perspectives on early childhood education and care.
• Appreciate a range of factors influencing and impacting on early childhood education and care in Ireland.
• Develop an awareness of statutory regulations and voluntary guidelines, which relate directly to and impact on early childhood education and care settings.
• Understand and interpret social policy as it impacts on children and their families.
• Understand the procedures for dealing with suspected or actual abuse and the need for support for children, families and staff. Understand the principles of equality and its application in an early childhood education and care setting.

Elective Modules:

Learners will need to bring forward two FETAC Level 5 modules or complete two additional FETAC Level 5 Modules or one Module at Level 6 with The Open College to achieve their Major Award.

Elective Modules available with this course:

*Students should be advised that some of the modules mentioned above require learners to sit a supervised exam that is normally held in Dublin but arrangements can be made in outside centres around the country. 

All participants must have access to a professional Childcare environment to fulfill the assessment requirements of the course - which is at least 100 hours work experience.

Work Placements

• If students are not in a position to secure a Work Placement or provide Insurance for the duration required please contact us to discuss further as we may be able to assist students with placements and work place insurance in certain circumstances.

Exemptions

• It is possible to gain exemptions from certain components of the course. If you already hold a FETAC award, or any childcare award, please contact us for details and we will advise you of available exemptions.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• Level 5 Certificate in Childcare or equivalent.
• Students must currently be working (or on work experience) in the childcare sector for a minimum of 6 hours per week, throughout the course, as assignments will require learners to draw upon practical experience.
• Garda vetting is required for all Childcare placements and students can apply for this on an individual basis (this is not done through the college). If required please complete the data protection request form. »Click here to download required form.
• Certain assessments require completion of work, which must be observed and evaluated by a Supervisor or Line manager.
• If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you.  You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.
• For more details on participation suitability of this course click here».

Progression to further Studies

• This course is listed on the Higher Education Links Scheme, and, on successful completion, may be used to obtain access to a course at a higher level (e.g Level 7 or 8 on the National Framework). »Click here for further details.

Assessment

• A combination of module appropriate assessment procedures will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of the course.  These methods will include a combination of final written examinations (depending on your elective module) and continuous assessment processes such as assignments, collection of work, learner records, projects and skills demonstration. All assignments will be designed to maximize the individual participant’s skills in their career development. All work submitted must be your own work.
• As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, validated by a Verifier with an independent FETAC External Authenticator to complete the process. Click here for more information.

Accreditation

• Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 Major award in Childcare Supervision - DCXXX.
• The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. The Open College is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. Click here for details of the National Framework of Qualifications.
• Click here for more detailed Accreditation information.
• There is a €165.00 registration fee payable to include administration, moderation and FETAC accreditation.

Protection for Learners on this Childcare Level 6 Major Award

As a course provider our policy on the protection for learners is subject to Section 43 of the Qualifications Act. This means that if, for whatever reason, we cease to provide the programme that is over 3 months in duration which you enrolled for, we have specific and legally binding arrangements in place to finish out that programme for you at no extra cost. All course fees for programmes over 3 months in duration are fully protected and secured by a Bank Guarantee.

If we cease trading those learners who have not finished their programme will be fully protected by this Bank Guarantee which will be automatically triggered and the fund that covers all Fees paid by learners will be transferred to FETAC by our Bank to enable FETAC provide further study options for these learners or the refund of fees most recently paid so that they can complete their programme and all of this will be at no extra cost to the learners affected.

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