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University Certificate - Arts - Early Childhood Education and Care

Mayo — Castlebar, County of Mayo, Ireland

Study Level: Certificate · 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: EUR 12,000
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Post-study work: Check current immigration rules
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

This two-year Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care provides learners with a comprehensive education on the role of early childhood educators. The Higher Certificate (Level 6) is designed to provide learners with a specialised education in early childhood education and care as a basis for a professional career in the field and as a basis for further academic and professional education. The programme aims to provide learners with an education for professional practice in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). The programme has a practice development module which gives learners the opportunity to complete a student placement in an early-years setting every week of study for 12 hours. Early childhood is the period from birth to six years. Applicants who hold a QQI Level 6 major award may be eligible for consideration to enter directly into the second year of the ECEC programme on the Mayo or Galway City campus. Applications for direct entry to the second year are by direct application.

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Field of study: —
Credential: 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: EUR 12,000
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Mayo

Castlebar, County of Mayo, Ireland

Westport Road

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Post-study work: Check current immigration rules

Immigration rules change. Confirm current rules with the relevant government authority or with Eagle Link before applying.

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About the Institution

With campuses in Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, and Galway, the Atlantic Technological University serves a diverse community of learners, staff, and organisations and offers a unique blend of academic excellence, research innovation, and quality of life. ATU is on the path to becoming a hub of talent attraction, education, and retention. They are committed to bolstering economic, social, and cultural development across the west, northwest, and cross-border areas. The university's collaborative ethos drives them to deliver practical, solution-oriented education and research that directly addresses globa...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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