This part-time programme gives you the skills and knowledge to develop your career, and a deep understanding of childrens learning and development in ECE.
Throughout the programme, youll learn how to critically examine your own practice and review current ECE debates. Youll also explore how to help give children a voice and encourage their participation, as well as discover how to mentor and lead colleagues. Additionally, there will be a strong focus on understanding and undertaking quantitative and qualitative research.
Master your craft with renowned experts
National and international experts deliver the course modules online and on campus. Youll also learn through engaging learning formats like video, interactive presentations, reflective questioning and group discussion.
Once you graduate, youll be equipped to enhance ECE practice or policy development. Youll also be highly sought after for roles in early childhood agencies or committees, government organisations or departments, and educational management or consultancy.
| College | Dublin City University (DCU) |
| Course ID | 191553 |
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Course Duration | 2 years part-time |
| Career Path | Graduates of the Master of Education in Early Childhood Education will be in position to lead research, policy and practice in early childhood education. Career Areas Career opportunities include; Leadership/Management roles in early years settings or primary schools Early years inspector (Department of Education or Tusla, the Child and Family Agency) Mentor/Trainer/Advisor for government agencies and organisations who support professional learning and development for early childhood educators and primary teachers Further studies and research at doctoral level |
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