This two-year course is designed to prepare students to work competently, safely and effectively with young children. It is ideal both for school-leavers and mature people seeking a formal qualification. Having successfully completed year one, students
progress to the Diploma in Pre-School Practice certified by CACHE.
Leaving Certificate standard including
Leaving Certificate Applied. All applicants will be interviewed.
| Child Development |
Early Childhood Education |
| Working in Childcare |
Arts and Crafts |
| Social Studies |
Communications |
| Work Placement |
Caring for Children |
| Safety and Health |
Occupational First Aid |
Practical training is provided which is closely integrated with all aspects of the course.
Further Education and Training Council (FETAC).
First Aid Occupational Certificate.
The majority of students who successfully
complete this course progress to the Diploma in Pre-School
Practice. Where students wish to progress to employment,
there are opportunities that include working in Pre-School Centres, Day
Nurseries, Crèches, Child Care Residential Centres,
Hospitals and as Nannies. There are links with related
courses in Institutes of Technology in Ireland & the
Degree course in Early Childhood Studies U.C.C.
Marino College is one of a small number of colleges approved to provide this Diploma
in Ireland. It is certified by CACHE Council for Awards in Childcare and Education) which is the leading provider of nationally recognised awards in early years care and education in the UK.
Successful completion of FETAC Level 5 Child Care, or equivalent qualification.
| The Role of the Teaching Assistant |
Care Provision & Practice |
| Supporting Pupils' Learning Needs |
Teamworking |
| Human Growth & Development |
Work Experience |
| Arts and Crafts |
Computer Studies |
| Intercultural Studies |
Drama |
Students' work experience takes place in primary and secondary school two days each week.
Diploma for Teaching Assistants beside CACHE Diploma (CTA3-L3)
FETAC Level 5 Modular Certification
Certificate in First Aid
Employment in Pre-School Centres, in Primary & Secondary schools as Special Needs Assistants, Day Nurseries, Creches, Child Care Residential Centres, Hospitals and as Nannies.
With this Diploma students will be qualified to work as teaching assistants in the UK, Canada and Australia. There are links with related courses in Institutes of Technology in Ireland and with certain university degree courses.
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