Early Childhood Education and Care Munster Technological University

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care at Munster Technological University is delivered through a blend of lectures, workshops, practicals, tutorials and online support. Work placements are an integral part of the programmes. All of our students participate in a supervised work placement in one of a variety of settings in Ireland or abroad for two consecutive semesters.

This Level 7 programme focuses on the development of a sound practical skillset for a career in the sector and the emphasis on the supervised work placements is to further develop theoretical concepts in the field of Early Childhood Education and Care for practical implementation.

The suite of courses in Early Childhood Education and Care at MTU have received formal recognition from NARIC UK and the NCTL (UK teaching council).  UK NARIC is the UK’s National Agency responsible for providing information and opinion on academic, vocational and professional qualifications from across the world. As the national agency, managed on behalf of the UK Government, UK NARIC provide the only official source of information on international education and training systems and qualifications and skills attained outside the UK.

What are my career opportunities

There are increasing demands for qualified graduates in early childhood education in both the private and public sectors. Our graduates take up roles such as centre leader/manager and curriculum developer. They work in community outreach, in special education and as early intervention specialists. Because this award is internationally recognised, you also have the opportunity to work abroad.