This is a 60 ECTS credit programme of studies, during which the learner becomes better acquainted with becoming a Childcare Educator. Amongst other themes, lectures deal with Child Development, Children’s Rights, Positive Relationships, Child-Centred and Play-Based Pedagogy, Physical Development, Diversity Inclusive Early Childhood Education and Care, Working in Partnership with Parents.

Lecturers deliver engaging presentations which are thought-provoking to allow course participants to be prepared to work in Childcare Centres. A work-based learning component is included as part of this programme. Healthmark is a firm believer in the many benefits of Work-based Learning and will adhere to the MFHEA document available online at:

https://mfhea.mt/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MFHEA-Guidelines-for-QA-of-WBL.pdf