QQI Level 6 Early Childhood Care & Education with Montessori (Part-Time)
Course Delivery:
Delivery: Part-Time
Qualifications:
- QQI Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care and Education – 8 Modules
Course Units |
||
| CODE | MODULE | LEVEL |
| 6N1942 | Child Development | 6 |
| 6N1944 | Early Childhood Curriculum | 6 |
| 6N1945 | Childhood Social Legal & Health Studies | 6 |
| 6N1946 | Work Experience | 6 |
| 6N1950 | Communications | 6 |
| 6N1933 | Early Learning Environment | 6 |
| 6N1935 | Early Childhood Literacy & Numeracy | 6 |
| 6N1936 | Early Childhood Arts & Culture | 6 |
This QQI Level 6 ECCE with Montessori course is specifically designed for learners who wish to pursue a career as a Montessori teacher for children, age range 3-6 years old. In addition, it provides learners with the all-important Early Childhood Care Education (ECCE) Level 6 qualification. This enables the centre they are working in to qualify for the free preschool year Early Childhood Care Education (ECCE) scheme. This award covers in depth the six main Montessori disciplines: Theory & Practice, Practical Life, Mathematics, Language, Sensorial, and Culture.
This ECCE with Montessori course is designed to equip the learners with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to work independently. This could be as a Montessori teacher, room leader or supervisor under the ECCE scheme, with a primary focus on the Montessori Method of Education. Successful graduates will be qualified to work as Montessori teachers and work with children from the age of 0 – 6 years, in a range of ECCE settings. Learners can also choose to progress to higher education and training. This ECCE with Montessori course is delivered on a part-time basis.
The programme provides learners with a comprehensive knowledge of the Montessori Method of Education. It develops a deep understanding of the theories behind the method, the purpose of the specific didactic Montessori materials and the skills to support children’s learning in an ECCE setting especially in relation to the holistic development and well-being of the child while at the same time valuing diversity and fostering equality and inclusion.
Learners acquire the necessary skills to plan, implement and evaluate a Montessori environment in line with Montessori philosophy and with reference to the Aistear framework and Siolta principles. Integral to the programme is work placement where learners are enabled to put into practice what they learn through their studies.
The programme leads to the QQI Level 6 award 6M2007 Early Childhood Care and Education. Learners will complete a total of 8 components to achieve the award and will be equipped with all the knowledge, skill and competence to deliver the Montessori Method of Education to children, between the ages of three and six years, in Early Childhood Care and Education settings.
Course Fee Information:
WE ARE OPEN FOR ENROLLMENTS ON THIS COURSE
Pay In Full – €1,595
Pay in Instalments – €1,695
(€350 Deposit & 5 monthly instalments paid consecutively of €269 starting when the course begins)
€1,595.00
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes of this programme are the following:
- To equip learners with a sound understanding of child development theory and observation methodologies which will enable the learners to apply this knowledge in work practice through observing, recording and making recommendations relating to children’s holistic development.
- To equip learners with a knowledge of a wide range of educational theorists and philosophies and with an in-depth knowledge of Montessori philosophy and methods.
- To familiarize learners with a variety of curriculum materials including a knowledge of the purpose of a broad range of Montessori materials and to equip them with the skills to support children’s learning in an ECCE setting
- To ensure learners can plan, implement and evaluate a Montessori programme and environment suitable for a child in an ECCE setting, with reference to the Aistear framework and Siolta principles.
- To familiarize learners with an overview of the Irish statutory, legal and healthcare systems and supports available to children and families, with emphasis on the area of child protection and adherence to national guidelines in this area.
- To promote in learners the ability to nurture the holistic development and well-being of the child while valuing diversity and fostering equality and inclusion
- To ensure learners understand the concepts of professional conduct, responsibility and autonomy and to facilitate learners in establishing an effective working environment and relationships when acting in a supervisory role in an ECCE setting.
- To enable learners to reflect critically on personal and professional practice and to take responsibility for own professional development.
Entry Requirements & Assessment/Examinations
Requirements
A minimum Ordinary Level Leaving Certificate standard of education or equivalent education or experience. Proficiency in English language.
Assessments
Continuous assessment & Skills demonstrations.
110 hours of work practice in an ECCE setting.
Location & date:
| Location | Cut-Off | Starts | Weekday | Time | Duration |
| Cork City | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Dublin 2 City Centre | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Dundrum | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Galway City | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Letterkenny Town | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Limerick City | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
| Tralee Town | Open for Enrolling | 29th Sept 2020 | Tuesday & Thursday | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 40 Weeks |
City Colleges 
Ashfield College
Progressive College
City Language School
