Carlow College

What you'll study

The programme follows a prescribed plan of study totaling 12 credits, with one 3-credit course each term:

• First Year Fall – ED720 Planning & Administration ECE Programs (3 credits)
• First Year Spring – ED745 Supervising ECE Programs (3 credits)
• First Year Spring – ED758 Curriculum Evaluation & ECE (3 credits)
• First Year Summer – ED753 Internship in Early Childhood (3 credits)

Total Credits = 12

Entry requirements

No specific entry criteria are listed on the source page. Prospective applicants should consult the college for admission prerequisites and any professional experience or prior qualifications required.

Career prospects

Graduates will be prepared for leadership and supervisory roles within early childhood centres, programme coordination, curriculum oversight, and positions that require applied internship experience. The certificate supports career advancement for educators aiming to move into administrative or supervisory practice in early childhood settings.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Funding options are not detailed on the programme page; applicants should investigate institutional scholarships, graduate assistantships, employer sponsorship, and external grants or tax-advantaged education benefits to help cover costs.