Introduction to Early Education and Childcare - January 2014 start
- SubjectEarly Education & Childcare
- QualificationNational Qualification
- CodeINTROTCC-F131A
- Study methodsFull-time
Start term: January 2014
Duration: 18 weeks
Course contactAdministrator
0141 272 0647
Course Description
***APPLICATIONS FOR THIS COURSE WILL OPEN IN NOVEMBER 2013**This introductory course is aimed at those looking to undertake a career in childcare. This course enables adults returning to study, or students with few or no qualifications the opportunity to gain entry to further Early Education and Childcare course which starts in August 2014.
SCQF Level
4
Subjects include
Play in early education and childcare, working in early education and childcare, parenting, care of children, personal learning plans, communications, numeracy and IT.
Why Cardonald?
With well qualified and supportive staff, and excellent, purpose-built childcare classrooms which include a practical nursery; students have the best facilities in which to undertake their childcare qualifications.
Entry Requirements
An interview is part of the selection process. You must also provide one suitable reference.
Progression Routes
Successful students can go onto the following courses:
- NQ Early Education and Childcare Intermediate 2 or Higher
- NQ Health Care Intermediate 2 or Higher
- NQ Social Care Intermediate 2 or Higher.
Employment in childcare cannot be accessed following completion of this course.

