Open Training College - Childcare courses

This full-time award leads to a QQI level 5 Certificate in Childcare after one year. The course is structured to provide students with a high standard of training and assessment leading to a recognised qualification for those wishing to work in the childcare sector in a variety of areas such[...]

The aim of the Dyspraxia Awareness distance learning course is to provide the student with an understanding of dyspraxia and the specific difficulties associated with this condition. Dyspraxia is a difficulty with thinking out, planning and carrying out sensory and/or motor tasks. Children with dyspraxia face many challenges each day[...]

The BA Early Childhood Studies degree is awarded by London Metropolitan University (LMU).  In Ireland, there is an obvious need for well-qualified early childhood specialists working with young children and their families across all sectors: play, care, health and education. Portobello Institute is LMU's only Irish accredited centre for Early[...]

Approximately 40,000 deaf and hearing people overall use Irish Sign Language (ISL) either as their first language or in addition to their first language on a daily basis in Ireland. The Understanding Basic Sign Language distance learning course will give a concise overview of ISL, basic signs and instructions for[...]