Structure, Times and Teaching Practicals

The programme is offered over 3 years part-time, during which the 240 credits of the qualification are covered. In addition to the contact hours (see below) a considerable amount of self-study is required.

The programme structure is modular, and students have to complete all study units successfully in order to obtain the final qualification. Assessment criteria have been formulated for all units, and include 80% attendance, completion of all assignments and reaching minimum pass marks. Examinations take place three times per year, as part of the assessment of some of the study units.

Course Times

Mondays & Wednesdays, on average 9 weeks per term

18h00 - 19h30   artistic sessions

19h50 - 21h30   content module

Plus 3 or 4 Saturdays per term

09h00 - 13h00   crafts & book study

Teaching Practials

Teaching practicals (approximately ten weeks) are included in the programme. There is a progression from observing to assisting and finally conducting specific sections of the pre-school day.

Students are expected to make arrangements that will ensure their availability for doing the practicals required at the various stages of the training. Every attempt will be made to arrange timing and venues of practicals in a manner convenient for the students, but students with commitments during the day will need to make themselves available for up to 3 weeks at a time (6 weeks in the last year of study).