Childcare

Our purpose built childcare facility, Littlehands, offers comprehensive and hands on education and training opportunities to anyone wishing to pursue a career in Early Childhood Care and Education.

This course is designed for learners who are interested in pursuing a career in childcare or learners who wish to pursue further studies. Littlehands facilitates learners who wish to care for young people in a range of settings, including nurseries, crèches and playgroups. Through hands on experience learners explore all aspects of a child’s development, from safety and well-being, to regulation and legislation. On completion learners can obtain FETAC Level 5 & 6 qualifications.

Early Childhood Care and Education Modules FETAC Level 5

• Child Development
• Early Care and Education Practice
• Early Childhood Education and Play
• Child Health and Well Being
• Work Experience
• Communications
• Infant and Toddler Years
• Children with Additional Needs

Early Childhood Care and Education Modules FETAC Level 6

• Child Development
• Early Childhood Curriculum
• Childhood Social Legal and Health Studies
• Work Experience
• Communications
• Supervision in Early Childhood care
• Early Learning Environment

• Childcare
• Sports & Fitness
• Work Placements
• IT & Customer Service