Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care

Do you want to further develop your experience and knowledge in the childcare sector? Do you want the  opportunity to become a room leader/supervisor in a creche?

This Advanced Certificate course will give you the skills to work effectively and confidently within a childcare setting. You will gain a deeper understanding of the early learning environment and develop skills to work well with staff and parents as well as children.

Within the college year, students are required to reach 150 hours of Practice placement; this will include block weeks at various times throughout the year.

Modules List
Advanced Professional Practice Placement
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Inclusive Early Learning and Care

Sociology and Social Policy
Supervision and Administration
The Developing Child

Course Entry Requirements:
Learners should have completed and succeeded in the ELC Stage 1 certificate or hold a full Level 5 Childcare award.