Qualification
Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Occupational Certificate: Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Nurture young minds. ECD Practitioners plan and prepare early childhood activities, facilitate active learning, observe and assess children's progress, and support holistic development through inclusive, play-based environments.
This qualification concludes with an External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA). See eligibility, required documents, and how to book yours.
EISA Booking Info →What you'll learn
- Theories and perspectives of child development
- Planning inclusive learning programmes
- Facilitating and mediating active learning
- Observing, assessing, and recording progress
- Promoting health, safety, and well-being
- ECD service administration and parent collaboration
Career outcomes
- ECD Practitioner
- Pre-school Teacher
- Childcare Centre Worker
- Foundation Phase Assistant
Programme details
Entry
Grade 12 or recognition of prior learning
Duration
1 year
Credits
131 (NQF Level 4)
Accreditation
QCTO · SAQA ID 97542
Delivery
Full-time, part-time, or online · Umhlanga Ridge campus
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