QQI Early Care and Education Practice Module 5N1770

Course description

The purpose of the Early Care and Education Practice module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in Early Childhood Care and Education Practice, to enable the learner to work under direction with children, their families and colleagues within early childhood care and education settings (ECCE).

Learning Outcomes

Explain the historical development of the ECCE sector in Ireland

Outline relevant legislation, policies, practices and procedures pertaining to ECCE provision

Explain the importance of self awareness and effective interpersonal skills in an ECCE setting

Explain the rights of the child in the context of an ECCE setting

Communicate effectively with children, families and colleagues

Implement practices and activities to promote equality and value diversity in an ECCE setting

Implement administration and operational procedures in an ECCE setting to include daily logs, routines and record keeping

Participate effectively in team work in an ECCE setting

Implement care and education routines with children in the ECCE setting

Maintain a quality ECCE environment that complies with relevant regulations and standards

Reflect on personal strengths and weaknesses when working with children, families and team members