Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Teaching and Learning in Ireland

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Teaching and Learning

•  Maynooth University, Maynooth  
  Course Structure :
  
  This flexible degree will prepare you for a range of leadership roles in the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector
  
  Possible topics 1st year
  
  > This programme is designed for Early Years Educators working in early childhood education and care settings. Applicants with a Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
  
  > Those aspiring to enter the Early Childhood Education and Care sector from Leaving Certificate or further education paths may be interested in the full-time programme MH003.
  
  Possible topics 2nd year
  > Reflective Practice: Integrating Theory & Practice 10ECTS
  > Learning And Development - Perspectives Trimester(T) 5 ECTS
  > Building Relationships With Children, Families & Communities 5 ECTS
  > Play 5 ECTS
  > Health & Well-Being for Young Children 5 ECTS
  > Philosophy, Culture & Constructs Of Early Childhood Care & Education 5 ECTS
  > Exploring Curricula & Pedagogy 5 ECTS
  > Professional Practice: Focus On Interactions & Relationships 20 ECTS
  
  Possible topics 3rd year
  
  > Reflective Practice: Educator as Change Agent
  
  > Early Childhood Learning & Development in Context (birth – 6yrs)
  
  > Inclusive Practices for Children and Families
  
  > Supporting Creativity and Imagination
  
  > Language and Literacy in Early Childhood
  
  > Pedagogical Documentation & Assessment
  
  > Establishing Quality Indoor and Outdoor Environments in Early Childhood
  
  > Professional Development and Professional Placement 3
  
  Possible topics 4th year
  
  > Reflective Practice: Research and Methodology
  
  > Early Childhood Learning & Development Challenges birth – 6yrs
  
  > Leadership & Management in Early Childhood Education & Care
  
  > Social Justice, Ethics and Diversity
  
  > Transitions in Early Childhood Education & Care
  
  > Dominant Discourse/Global Perspectives in Early Childhood Education & Care
  
  > STEAM in Early Childhood Education & Care
  
  > Professional Development and Professional Placement 4
  
  
  Course Duration: 4 years (part time)
  
  
  Entry requirements:
  Applicants with a level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
  
  Leaving Certificate: 2H5 & 4O6/H7, Irish and English.
  
  Mature Students
  As this is a part-time degree, the mature age is 21 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. Admission is based on application and interview. All mature applicants must:
  Be at least 21 years of age on or before 1.1.2022 for admission in September 2022
  Complete placement in a Tusla notified setting (420 hours per academic year minimum working directly with children aged from birth to six years – own work setting acceptable). In each year students must complete an additional placement in an alternate setting.
  Possess sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
  Attend for interview if invited
  Undertake vetting by National Vetting Bureau
  Priority will be given to mature students who have experience of working with young children and who have completed Level 6 in early years studies or equivalent.

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