This is an entry-level qualification for those who want to enter the field of Education, Training and Development, specifically within the sub-field of Early Childhood Development (ECD).   Many of those who will seek this qualification are already practicing within the field, but without formal recognition.

This qualification will enable recipients of this qualification to facilitate the all-round development of young children in a manner that is sensitive to culture and individual needs (including special needs), and enable them to provide quality early childhood development services for children in a variety of contexts, including community-based services, ECD centres, at home and in institutions.  In particular, recipients of this qualification will be able to:

• Plan and prepare for Early Childhood Development
• Facilitate and monitor the development of babies, toddlers and young children
• Provide care and support to babies, toddlers and young children

Career Options

• Early Childhood Development (ECD) Practitioner
  • Educator of play group
  • Au Pair
  • Mentor Level1 ECD students

In which industries will I be able to work?

• Early Childhood Development
• ECD community
• Private sector
• ECD sites

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