Course Objectives
Equip the learner with necessary skills and knowledge to work in a professional manner in a childcare setting.
Promote good practice, equality and respect for diverse culture when caring for a child.
Develop learner’s knowledge of the history and current status of childcare provision in Ireland.
Understand the role, responsibilities and rights of a childcare employee.
Understand the importance of effective communication with children, colleagues and parents in a childcare setting
2 Assignments (30% each) = 60%
Learner Record = 40%
Entry Requirements
National Vocational Certificate Level 4 OR
Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences
Course Structure
The history of childcare provision in Ireland
Childcare setting- structure of employment
Personal qualities of effective childcare workers
Facilitating diversity in the childcare setting
Legislative requirements for employers and employees
Implications of childcare legislation for a childcare worker
Interacting effectively with parents
Communicating effectively with children
Verbal and Non-Verbal communication within a childcare settings
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