Occupational Certificate: Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Help young children learn, grow and thrive. Develop the confidence to plan engaging activities and support children in an inclusive early learning environment.
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Indicative programme duration: 12 months
R21,900 per learner
R3,000 + (R1,575 × 12) = R21,900.
R20,000 per learner
Save R1,900 when you pay upfront in full.
One full payment before the programme starts, subject to the confirmed intake and enrolment terms.
The programme schedule, workplace arrangements, payment dates and fee inclusions are confirmed in writing at enrolment. External assessment and certification timing may extend beyond the learning period.
Ask about enrolment ›What you will learn
- Child development and inclusive, play-based learning
- Planning daily routines and age-appropriate activities
- Observing progress and communicating with families
- Health, nutrition, child protection and safe environments
- Administration and professional practice in an ECD setting
Who is this for?
Aspiring practitioners, early learning assistants and people already working in an ECD setting.
Career direction
ECD practitioner, early learning assistant and community-based ECD support roles.
Employment and earnings depend on your experience, competence and opportunities available.
Learn. Practise. Apply.
Occupational learning brings knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience together. Completion of the required components and assessment eligibility must be confirmed before external assessment.
Duration & programme information
The indicative duration is 12 months, covering knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience. The confirmed intake timetable depends on the learning mode, workplace access and assessment readiness.
Entry requirements
An NQF Level 3 qualification, including NCV Level 3. Ask about recognition of prior learning where applicable.
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