Tips for Choosing a Childcare Course
Choosing a course can be a difficult task when you are confronted with a wide range of programmes to choose from. There are a variety of training providers offering training for the childcare sector. However, it is important that you find out as much as you can about the training that is being offered before you select a course. You want to ensure that you receive training that is of good quality.
National Framework of Qualifications
It is equally important that the course you choose is accredited and that the resulting qualification is recognised through the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ). To get the most from your choices about education and training, it is worth asking training providers the following questions.
Fetac
Anyone who is undertaking FETAC training needs to be aware that there are big changes taking place. The old awards in Childcare are being phased out. Click here to find out about these changes and how they affect you. If you are undertaking FETAC training you need to understand how the awards are made up. Find out more information on FETAC awards.