Introduction to Business Management in Early Childhood Education and Care

The Module aims to examine and explore the principles of management within the context of early childhood education and care settings. The module will discuss the business models within Early Childhood in Ireland and compare to international models. The development of Management skills will be central to the module reflecting on the legislative aspects to Early childhood business.
The module will provide an overview of the skills required for managing a small scale business and will focus on planning, governance and required to ensure the viability of a business in the sector. The module will focus on HR implications including legislation which impacts on recruitment and employment decisions for the organisation

1. Analyse  the Tusla Quality and Regulatory Framework statutory requirements and inspection process in early childhood settings

2. Evaluate the characteristics  required to become and efficient and effective  manager within an early years service. 

3. Evaluate the role of the manager  in the inspection process.

4. Discuss relevant policy documents within an Early years and School Age Childcare context