Award in Early Childhood Education and Care (MQF Level 4)

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Award in Early Childhood Education and Care (MQF Level 4)

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Demonstrate and understanding of the components of a healthy lifestyle for children and methods for promoting them.
Design and implement age-appropriate physical activities to support children's overall health and development.
Establish safe and effective physical care routines for children in various settings.
Develop strategies for supporting children's health and well-being during periods of illness or when unwell.
Explain the principles and provisions of children's rights as outlined in international conventions and laws.
Advocate for the protection and promotion of children's rights in professional practice, ensuring their voices are respected and upheld.
Identify and apply safeguarding legislation aimed at protecting children from harm in various settings.
Understand and adhere to health and safety legislation relevant to early childhood settings.
Implement practices that promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity in childcare, in accordance with legislation.
Foster effective partnerships with parents and caregivers to support children's holistic development.
Recognise the importance of play in early childhood education and its role in supporting children's development.
Plan and facilitate play-based activities that align with developmental goals and objectives.
Promote early emergent literacy skills among young children through developmentally appropriate activities and resources.
Support early numeracy and mathematical skills development in young children through meaningful learning experiences.
Understand the stages of intellectual and cognitive development in early childhood and support children's learning accordingly.
Support language development in young children through effective communication strategies and language-rich environments.
Promote personal, social-emotional development in young children by fostering positive relationships and emotional regulation skills.
Support children through transitions, such as starting school or moving to a new environment, by providing continuity of care and support.
Utilise observation techniques to understand children's learning and development in various contexts.
Assess children's progress and plan individualised learning experiences based on observation and assessment data.
Integrate theoretical knowledge with practical skills acquired throughout the course to align with national occupational standards (NOS) objectives in early childhood education.
Create inclusive environments that support the diverse needs of all children and embrace cultural diversity in early childhood education.
Understand the regulatory requirements governing childcare educators and early childhood settings and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge, skills, and competencies in early childhood education best practices.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Child Health and Wellbeing (7 ECTS)

Social & Emotional Wellbeing in Early Childhood

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Keeping Kids Healthy: Common Illnesses Explained
The Power of Sleep in Child Development
Assignment Question Module 1
Learning Materials: Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Short Questions and Answers Unit A,B,C

Module 2: Protecting and Promoting Children’s Rights (5 ECTS)

Module 3: Legislation, Inclusive Practices, and Parent Partnerships (6 ECTS)

Providing safe environment for children
Safeguarding & Hygiene
Responding Safely and Legally to Suspected Harm or Abuse
Module 3
Case Studies
Policies & Procedures Of Child Care Setting
Module 3

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Module 3 Assignment Questions
Learning Materials – Legislation, Inclusive Practices & Parent Partnerships
Module 3 Questions & Answers Unit A,B,C

Module 4: Early Childhood Education Practices (7 ECTS)

Module 5: Child Development and Transition (6 ECTS)

Module 6: Assessment, Observation, and Planning (6 ECTS)

Module 7: Supporting Healthy Lifestyles, Longitudinal Study, and Professional Development (6 ECTS)

Supporting healthy lifestyle, Longitudinal study and professional development
Professional Development
Best early childhood education practices
Observation,Assessing and planning
Observation Method
Discussed Longitudinal Study
Assignment question module 7
Assignment structure
Assignment Questions
Learning Material: Supporting Healthy Lifestyles, Longitudinal Study, and Professional Development
Module 7 Question Answer Unit A,B,C,D,E

Module 8: Implementation and Practical Skills (6 ECTS)

Module 9: Creating Inclusive Environments (6 ECTS)

Module 10: Meeting Regulatory Requirements (5 ECTS)

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Kamala Kshetri

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I am a first batch student of St. Paul’s Institute for Award in Early Childhood Education and Care(MQF Level 4) course. Teachers are very helpful and experienced so it’s very easy to know about course. I am very Happy because I chose St.Paul’s Institute for my better Education and better Future.
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Age Requirement: Need to be at least 17 years old when the program begins.
Police Conduct Record: Have to provide proof of a clean police conduct record to ensure the safety of children under their care.
Language Proficiency: Good English skills are essential. They should be comfortable communicating in English to engage effectively with course materials, teachers, and fellow students.
Identification Documents: Must have valid identification documents, like an ID card or passport, ready during the application process.
Interview or Assessment: Conduct interviews or assessments to evaluate candidates' suitability for the course. This could involve discussing their motivations, qualifications, and experiences relevant to early childhood education.
Digital Skills: Basic knowledge of using smartphones and computers is important.

This course is designed for individuals aged 17 and above who are passionate about early childhood education. It is ideal for aspiring childcare professionals, career changers transitioning into the field, and adult learners looking to enhance their childcare skills. The program fosters an inclusive environment that embraces diversity, supporting students from various backgrounds in their learning and skill development. Participants will be well-prepared for success in the early years sector, with 200 total placement hours offered at St. Paul's Childcare.

Award in Early Childhood Education and Care (MQF Level 4)

About Course

What I will learn?

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Child Health and Wellbeing (7 ECTS)

Social & Emotional Wellbeing in Early Childhood

Keeping Kids Healthy: Common Illnesses Explained

The Power of Sleep in Child Development

Assignment Question Module 1

Learning Materials: Social and Emotional Wellbeing

Short Questions and Answers Unit A,B,C

Module 2: Protecting and Promoting Children’s Rights (5 ECTS)

Protecting & Promoting Children Rights

Understanding Children Rights

Study notes from book

Assignment Questions Of Module 2

Policies & Procedures

Learning Materials: Children’s Rights and Safeguarding

Module 2 Short Questions & Answers Unit A,B

Module 3: Legislation, Inclusive Practices, and Parent Partnerships (6 ECTS)

Providing safe environment for children

Safeguarding & Hygiene

Responding Safely and Legally to Suspected Harm or Abuse

Module 3

Case Studies

Policies & Procedures Of Child Care Setting

Module 3

Module 3 Assignment Questions

Learning Materials – Legislation, Inclusive Practices & Parent Partnerships

Module 3 Questions & Answers Unit A,B,C

Module 4: Early Childhood Education Practices (7 ECTS)

Module 4

Designing Play Experiences for Early Learning

Engaging Activities to Enhance Child Development

Supporting Young Learners in Developing Numeracy Skills

Assignment Question

Learning Materials – Early Childhood Education Practices

Module 4: Questions & Answer Unit A,B,C

Module 5: Child Development and Transition (6 ECTS)

Child Development and Transition

Understanding Key Milestones in Cognitive Development

Creating Environments That Foster Social-Emotional Development

Recognizing and Expressing Emotions in Children

Module 5

Assignment questions of module 5

Learning material: Stages of Child Development & Transitional Milestones

Module 5 Questions & Answers Unit A,B,C,D

Module 6: Assessment, Observation, and Planning (6 ECTS)

Assessment & Observation

Types of Observation Techniques for Effective Assessment

The Importance of Observation in Early Childhood Education

Types of Assessment

Assignment question module 6

Learning Material: Understanding Assessment, Observation & Planning

Module 6 Q&A Unit A,B,C,D

Module 7: Supporting Healthy Lifestyles, Longitudinal Study, and Professional Development (6 ECTS)

Supporting healthy lifestyle, Longitudinal study and professional development

Professional Development

Best early childhood education practices

Observation,Assessing and planning

Observation Method

Discussed Longitudinal Study

Assignment question module 7

Assignment structure

Assignment Questions

Learning Material: Supporting Healthy Lifestyles, Longitudinal Study, and Professional Development

Module 7 Question Answer Unit A,B,C,D,E

Module 8: Implementation and Practical Skills (6 ECTS)

Implementation & Practical Skills

Using Technology to Support Cognitive Development

Case Studies

Assignment Questions Module 8

Assignment Question

Learning Material: Implementation and Practical Skills

Module 8 Q&A Unit A,B

Module 9: Creating Inclusive Environments (6 ECTS)

Creating Inclusive environment for children

Understanding and promoting inclusion

Embracing Diversity in Early Childhood Education

Diversity