Course Description
QQI Level 5 Early Childhood Education and Play Module Online
Chevron Training
The purpose of the Early Childhood Education & Play module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to ensure that each child’s learning, development and well-being is facilitated through the provision of opportunities, experiences, activities, interaction, materials and equipment, having regard to the age and stage of development of the child and the child’s cultural context.
Learning Outcomes
- Outline the types, stages patterns and purposes of children’s play
- Describe a range of theories of play in the context of children’s education to include Psychoanalytic theories (Freud, Winnicott) and Constructivist theories (Piaget, Vygotsky)
- Evaluate the role of the adult in children’s play
- Explore a child lead approach to meeting the play and educational requirements of children
- Describe different approaches to curriculum development and implementation in the ECCE setting
- Assess the value of equipment, materials, play spaces, both indoors and outdoor in the ECCE setting
- Use a range of reading and storytelling techniques appropriate to different stages of children’s development and cultural background
- Select relevant play activities and materials appropriate to children’s interest, stage of development and cultural background
- Implement appropriate curricula which promotes learning and the holistic development of the child
- Reflect on own role and responsibilities when supporting children in their play
Assessment Method
- Assignment 30%
- Assignment 30%
- Skills Demonstration 40%
Course Code | 5N1773 |
College Name | Chevron Training |
Course Category | Childcare, Education |
Course Type | Distance Learning |
Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
Course Location | UK |
Course Fee | 295 |
Course Duration | 2 Months |
Course Times | You can complete this course within 2 months and can commence the course at any time of the year. If you need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course, you can request your extension with your tutor. |
Awarding Body | QQI |
Title of Awarding | QQI level 5 minor award - 5N1773 |
Entry Requirements | No particular skills, knowledge or competence will be required of you for successful completion of this course. However you will be expected to have a minimum of Level 4 Certificate standard of education or equivalent together with a strong interest in the provision of quality care and education for children, this is not mandatory. It is essential that you have competence in written and spoken English, along with computer literacy skills. |
Career Path | Childcare Practitioner; Childminding; Progression to further education. |