Occupational Certificate: Early Childhood Development Practitioner
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
This qualification equips learners to excel as Early Childhood Development (ECD) Practitioners, preparing them to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives.
An ECD Practitioner plays a vital role in:
- Planning and Preparing stimulating activities tailored to the holistic development of children.
- Facilitating and Mediating daily programs in both centre-based and non-centre-based settings.
- Observing and Assessing children’s progress to ensure age-appropriate development.
- Compiling Progress Reports to guide further learning.
- Promoting Health and Safety to foster a nurturing environment.
What You’ll Achieve
Upon completion, learners will gain the skills to:
✅ Plan and create inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning environments.
✅ Facilitate play-based learning programs for children from birth to school-going age.
✅ Maintain children’s health, safety, nutrition, and overall well-being.
✅ Monitor, assess, and document children’s progress effectively.
Course Duration
🕒 13 Months
Course Structure
- Knowledge Modules: Foundational understanding of ECD principles and practices.
- Practical Modules: Hands-on training to implement what you’ve learned.
- Work Experience: Real-world exposure in early childhood development settings.