
National Certificate: Educare
About this programme:
If you enjoy working with children and shaping young minds, then this could be a suitable career for you. If you have a passion for children's education and psychology, and are excited about creating interesting, stimulating fun activities for children, this programme would suit you.
Admission requirements:
Possession of a Senior Certificate is a requirement for admission, with an assessment and interview.
Job opportunities:
With this qualification you can pursue a career as a Day Care Manager, Child Care Teacher Assistant, Pre-School Teacher, Au Pair or entrepreneur.
Course Content:
Students complete three certificates (N4-N6) and 18 months of in-service training, at the end of which a Diploma in Educare is awarded. The course structure is laid out so that you can follow a stream that suits your requirement. The subjects for the various streams are as follows:
N4
Day Care Personnel N4
Educare Didactics (Theory and Practical) N4
Education N4
Child Health N4
N5
Day Care Communication N5
Educare Didactics (Theory and Practical) N5
Educational Psychology N5
Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4
N6
Day Care Communication N6
Educare Didactics (Theory and Practical) N6
Educational Psychology N6
Day Care Management N6
Duration:
Each level takes 6 Months full time to complete (total of 18 months to complete the theory) and then 18 months practical. Generally it takes 3 years to qualify for a National Diploma.
Qualification:
A National N Diploma in Educare is awarded on successful completion of this programme.
Where is this course offered?
This programme is offered at Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain campus
Part Time
This programme is offered on a part time basis at Khayelitsha Campus
Entry requirements:
Duration: 18 month long
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