Training and Events for Childminders
Pre-Registration Training for Childminders
This is a mandatory training programme for childminders who wish to register with Tusla. This training will support participants to understand the new childminding regulations and will provide all the information required to register with Tusla. This is a FREE training course and takes approximately 7 hours to complete. There is no assessment, and participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. There is no expiry date on this certificate. Participation on this training will assist participants to understand the requirements of Tusla registration and therefore make an informed decision regarding registration with Tusla.
The aim of the training programme is to help you:
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Understand the new childminding regulations
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Apply the regulations to your childminding practice
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Understand the Tusla registration process for childminders
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Understand the documentation required to register with Tusla
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Access supports and resources
If you are interested in attending this Pre-Registration Training Courses, please click on the link below to book your place: https://forms.office.com/e/BK0xWmUmrY
Cork CCC are delighted to offer Always Children First (ACF) Foundation Training for Childminders.
This programme has been developed to support Childminders to understand their responsibilities under the Children First National Guidance and the Children First Act, 2015.
This training programme considers the unique position of Childminders and the home environment in keeping children safe from harm and will provide you with the resources and information to help you support children to grow, develop and achieve their full potential.
Prior to attending Always Children First Training, Childminders are required to complete the following eLearning Programmes:
Tusla’s Children First eLearning Programme
Tusla’s Mandated Person eLearning Programme
This training can be attended by childminders, their family members and emergency cover persons.
Further Child Safeguarding information, supports and resources can be found on the National Child Safeguarding Programme Website.
Training dates will be confirmed shortly. If you have queries about this training please contact info@corkchildcare.ie/022 23880.
If you have any queries on any of the above training courses or networking opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact Denise Quinlan, Childminding Development Officer on (022) 23880 / dquinlan@corkchildcare.ie