Portobello Institute is the Early Years sector’s educator of choice as our foundations lie in early years education since 1981.

Our Early childhood graduates understand that they are sculpting not only young minds but also the future of society. They recognize the profound truth that their influence extends far beyond the present moment, leaving an indelible mark on generations yet to come. Our graduates make significant impacts within the early year’s sector working within county childcare committees, Pobal, DCEDIY and teaching on early years programmes. Successfully opening and running early years settings and Montessori schools have been the career choices of many of our graduates.

Yet, their impact goes beyond academics. They become pillars of support for families, offering guidance and reassurance as parents navigate the complex journey of raising children. If you are interested in developing your career and want to discuss one of our early years or Montessori courses please contact our expert admissions advisor, Jennifer Matteazzi, at [email protected], call 01 892 0031 or book a one-to-one consultation call at a time that suits you here.

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Blended Learning

Advanced Certificate in Early Learning & Care – QQI Level 6 Major Award

This approved QQI level 6 major award in Early Learning and Care qualification allows you to open your own setting or work in the capacity of a room leader, supervisor or manager in an early years setting.

Blended Learning

Certificate in Early Learning & Care – QQI Level 5 Major Award

The newly approved QQI level 5 Major award in Early Learning and Care qualification will give you the recognised national qualification for starting a career working in Early Childhood Care and Education.

Blended Learning

MA Inclusive Education and SEN

This course enables students to work full-time and study this innovative Masters in Inclusive Education and SEN. You will build a comprehensive understanding and critical professional approach to working with children and families with additional physical or intellectual needs and what it means to succeed in terms of equality and inclusion provision.

Blended Learning

MA Early Childhood Studies

As with any other profession holding a Masters Degree elevates your knowledge, qualifications and career opportunities offering you the opportunity to build further on the strong foundation you have acquired from your undergraduate studies. The blended learning option enables students to work full-time and study this MA in Early Childhood Care & Education.

Blended Learning

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Care & Education

If you hold a Level 7 BA (Ord) degree in Early Childhood Studies or a similar qualification you can top up your degree to a Level 8 BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Care and Education. Depending on when you start, it will take just 8 – 10 months through blended learning. This final year course consists of an individual research project with one to one tutor support.

Blended Learning

BA (Hons) Inclusive Education Practice

This BA (Hons) Inclusive Education Practice degree is completed over 3 academic years. This course has advanced entry options which you can learn more about in the “how do I apply section” of this page.

Success Story

"Studying with Portobello allowed me to achieve my dream of opening my own early years setting"

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Fiona Kavanagh – Career Change From Accounts Manager to Achieving Her Dream as a Preschool Owner Fiona Kavanagh – Career Change From Accounts Manager to Achieving Her Dream as a Preschool Owner
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"Inclusive education has become a prevalent topic and there is a need for skilled, informed professionals within the education system"

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Anna Dunlevy White – Teaching Assistant Fulfilling Her Potential with BA in Inclusive Education Practice Anna Dunlevy White – Teaching Assistant Fulfilling Her Potential with BA in Inclusive Education Practice
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“It's never too late to come back to study. Life is about learning experiences and this one has given me a huge sense of achievement."

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Claragh McCabe – MA Early Childhood Studies Graduate ‘It’s Never Too Late to Come Back to Study’ Claragh McCabe – MA Early Childhood Studies Graduate ‘It’s Never Too Late to Come Back to Study’