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
Cork County Childcare Committee are running the following Pre-Registration Training Courses for existing and potential childminders. If you are interested in attending any of these Pre-Registration Training Courses, please click on the link below to book your place:
Wellness Retreat / Networking event for Childminders
If you are a childminder and you are interested in attending this wellness event, please click on the link below to book your place:
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.
To book your place on this training, please contact cptraining@corkchildcare.ie for a booking form.
Further Child Safeguarding information, supports and resources can be found on the National Child Safeguarding Programme Website.
Sensory & Open-ended Play Workshop for Childminders
Cork County Childcare Committee are delighted to invite childminders to a workshop on Sensory Play with guest presenter Shannan Mulroony from Maia Purposeful Play on Saturday 12th April from 10.00am – 12.30pm. The venue will be decided based on the locations of those interested in attending.
Childminders will embark on a journey of open-ended, purposeful play and will get an insightful overview of sensory play setups and how they are carefully designed to nurture different aspects of children's development. From cognitive and language skills to motor development and social-emotional growth, each setup is a treasure trove of educational possibilities for childminders and children.
To continue the learning beyond the session, each childminder will receive a bespoke pack filled with valuable resources. This pack will include research-based information on some topics discussed during the workshop. There will be recipe cards for sensory bases, offering diverse textures and experiences which can easily be incorporated into children's play which spark their imaginations and encourage sensory exploration. Childminders will also receive a Tuff Tray and a book on Tuff Tray ideas.
To book your place on this free workshop please click on the link below:
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