The Higher Certificate in Arts in Montessori Education (HETAC Level 6) course prepares you for the task of helping children aged 3-6 and 6-9 years to develop to the fullness of their individual human potential. This 2 year Montessori course provides an opportunity to study, indepth, Montessori pedagogy, practices and child development as well as an interdisciplinary approach to the study of humans, their endeavours and their relationship with the universe.

The Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education is aimed at learners who wish to attain a recognised qualification and embark on a professional career in an Early Childhood Care & Education. On this full time course you will acquire a thorough knowledge of child development, comparative early years methodologies and how to create a positive learning environment.  Learners will develop the capacity to work and communicate effectively with parents, families, colleagues and other professionals to safeguard support and promote children's learning, development and well being.

To meet the needs of an expanding ECCE sector Portobello Institute aims to provide a solid, integrated, unified approach to the delivery of ECCE training. FETAC Certificates are now obtained through a new Common Award System (CAS) and awarded by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

To meet the needs of an expanding ECCE sector Portobello Institute aims to provide a solid, integrated, unified approach to the delivery of ECCE training. FETAC Certificates are now obtained through a new Common Award System (CAS) and awarded by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)

This 1 day workshop course is aimed at those wanting to learn more about the Montessori approach to teaching which is based on observation and assessment. The workshop will also focus on Aistear - The Early Childhood Curriculum Framework and Siolta - The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education and an overview of Regulation 5 - The Childcare (pre school services) Regulations. The Montessori Approach - Aistear & Siolta workshop course is a combination of group discussion and theory and will provide the learner with a guide to linking Montessori with guiding policy documents.

The Child Protection in Childcare Services is a one day course covering the history of Child Protection in Ireland leading to the introduction of Children First Guidelines for Child Protection. It will also explore how to interpret the guidelines and use them to write up the policies and procedures which govern each childcare setting.

Art through the Senses is a practical 1 day course exploring the world of arts and crafts through the child’s five senses. Learn how to bring art and crafts alive for the child and add another dimension to their learning.

The Higher Certificate in Arts in Montessori Education (HETAC Level 6) course prepares you for the task of helping children aged 3-6 and 6-9 years to develop to the fullness of their individual human potential. This 2 year Montessori course provides an opportunity to study, indepth, Montessori pedagogy, practices and child development as well as an interdisciplinary approach to the study of human's, their endeavours and their relationship with the universe.

The Effective Curriculum Planning 1 day workshop course is aimed at Montessori and childcare providers whose role is to devise and implement an effective curriculum for pre school children. Through group discussion and theroy you will learn how to plan a cohesive programme to get the most from your children. You will learn how to optimise teaching moments and encourage growth through strategic curriculum planning.

The St Patricks Day and Easter Themes for Children Workshop is aimed at Montessori and childcare providers whose role is to devise and implement and effective curriculum for pre school children. Through practical work and discussion, you will come out after the workshop with a plan for art, Practical life and group work themes for both st Patrick's day and Easter. Materials made on the day by students can be taken home for inspiration.

The Christmas Themes for Children is aimed at Montessori and Childcare providers whose role is to devise and implement an effective curriculum for pre school children. Through practical work and discussion, you will come out after the workshop with a plan for art/practical life and group work themes for Christmas. Materials made on the day by students can be taken home for inspiration.

The Occupational First Aid Refresher course updates your FETAC 5 Occupational First Aid qualification by 2 more years. You will be brought up to date in any changes that have occurred in regulated practice since you last trained. You will will revise your knowledge and practice of CPR, AED and bandaging. This course is recognised by the HSA and the PHECC (Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council).

Children find it difficult to express themselves verbally and so traditional talking therapies can be difficult for them. Play is a child's natural way of expressing themselves, and Play Therapy provides them with an opportunity to "play out" their thoughts, feelings and problems in a non-directive way, in a safe environment with a caring therapist.

The summer camp ideas for Children is aimed at Montessori and childcare providers whose role is to devise and implement and effective curriculum for pre school children. Through practical work and discussion, you will come out after the workshop with a plan for art/group work/outdoor play themes for summer. Materials made on the day by students can be taken home for inspiration.

The Occupational First Aid course is suitable for parents, grandparents and babysitters and is ideal for anyone working in a professional childcare environment. The First Aid course is delivered over 3 full days and is recognised by the HSA and the PHECC (Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council). The course also covers paediatric first aid.

The Manual Handling course is delivered over 1 day. To comply with current Health and Safety legislation, staff engaged in manual handling must be given training in safe lifting techniques. The Manual Handling course will show you how to lift correctly and therefore avoid back injuries. By training how to lift safely you will avoid serious and long-term back injury. This course combines lecture methods with "hands-on" practical work with the use of various types of materials and apparatus.

LauraLynn Children's Hospice are looking for Health Care Assistants to join there caring team so they can help more children.