The Certificate in Learning and Technology is a blended learning programme that has been designed for learning professionals who wish to explore the potential of digital technologies to enhance learning and to augment their professional practice. 

Over the course of this 12-week, part-time blended learning programme you will: 

• Explore a range of digital technologies to support and augment your practice. 
• Examine theories, models and principles to guide your selection, use and evaluation of digital technologies and resources. 
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a digital learning resource to enhance learning in your context and share it with fellow practitioners. 
• Reflect on your professional practice in light of the possibilities afforded by new technologies in the sector, and identify goals and strategies for the ongoing development of your digital practice. 

The programme leads to a Special Purpose Award at Level 6 (10 ECTS credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications. It consists of one module called Learning and Technology 

Delivered over 12 weeks, the Certificate in Digital Capabilities and the Learner Experience will allow you to engage with current thinking on the integration of digital technologies and resources in teaching/instruction and learning, and in self reflection on current practices. You will investigate a range of appropriate technologies and develop instructional strategies to enhance teaching/instruction and learning, as well as build on your own learners’ digital capabilities.

Following a practitioner inquiry model, you will develop the knowledge, skills and competence to systematically plan, implement and evaluate instructional strategies that integrate technology.

Certificate in Digital Capabilities and the Learner Experience is awarded by QQI at level 7 (10 ECTS) on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes at level 7 or 8 subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.

In the Certificate in Technologies in Assessment, Feedback and Learning Support, delivered online, you will engage with current thinking on effective assessment and feedback practices and their significance for teaching and learning.

You will critically reflect on your current practices and explore the opportunities for enhancement by investigating a range of appropriate digital tools that can support learners and guide instruction at different stages of the assessment and feedback lifecycle.

The Certificate in Technologies in Teaching and Learning is awarded by QQI at level 7 (10 ECTS) on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes at level 7 or 8 subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.

The Certificate in Technologies in Teaching and Learning programme aims to enhance your capability to extend professional practice goals through the use of digital technologies, and to develop strategies to facilitate technology-enhanced learning and teaching experiences.

The programme is awarded by QQI at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes at level 7 or 8 subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.

The Certificate in Technology Enhanced Learning and Digital Learning Design is designed to support existing learning professionals and pre-service teachers to develop the relevant knowledge, skills and competence for designing and facilitating technology-enhanced learning within relevant FET, ETB, adult and corporate learning sectors.

The Certificate in Learning and Technology will lead to a special purpose award at Level 9 (10 ECTS credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications. Learners who successfully complete this course may opt to apply for the MA in Educational Practice.

The Certificate in Leadership, Governance and Change Management in Early Childhood Home Visiting is a 12-week programme where students will develop knowledge, skills, and values, through the study of key topics incorporated throughout the programme. 

These include leadership theories and concepts, sociocultural theory, learning styles, preparing training and development, change and conflict management, and national early childhood frameworks and policy.

The Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care will lead to a special purpose award at Level 7 (10 ECTS credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Learners who successfully complete this course may opt to progress to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Early Childhood Education and Care.

Over the course of this part-time, blended learning Certificate in Curriculum and Pedagogical Practice for Early Childhood Home Visiting, you will develop knowledge, skills and values, through the study of key topics incorporated throughout the programme.

These include pedagogies and curricula, creativity and play, music, movement, art and drama, children’s holistic learning and development, supporting transitions, well-being and parent/family involvement, and Irish early childhood frameworks.

The Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care will lead to a special purpose award at Level 6 (20 ECTS credits) on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Learners who successfully complete this course may opt to progress to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Early Childhood Education and Care.