Basic Child Care Course
Module 1 of 2 towards Further Education and Training Certificate:
Early Childhood Development NQF Level 4
Outcome:
To provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to work as a professional nanny with a family and/or as an educator for children aged 0-3 years in a crèche or playgroup.
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Course Content:
This course is the first part of a full level 4 qualification. It covers the following subjects and more…
- Child development norms
- feeding
- nutrition
- first aid (level 1 including child CPR)
- learning through play
- daily care and routines of children
- behaviour management
- activities for children 0-3 years
Course Duration & Structure:
There are currently two methods of completing this course:
Full Time: 6 Months: This entails the learner attending college for lectures every second week Mon – Fri 9am -12pm. The learner will do 250 Hours practical placement experience on the alternate week when he /she does not attend lectures.
Part Time: 10 Months : The learner will attend lectures every Saturday for three hours and 150 Hours of practical placement experience must be completed in the learners own time.
Entry Requirements:
- Matric Pass
- Merit or Distinction in Advanced Crèche Assistant Course
- Must pass an entrance test
- a passion and commitment to children and a positive attitude
Successful Completion:
On successfully completing this course. You will obtain a certificate which confirms you have covered the following Unit Standards
244468: | Prepare resources and set up the environment to support the development of babies, toddlers and young children. |
244480: | Facilitate the holistic development of babies, toddlers and young children. |
244469: | Provide care for babies, toddlers and young children |
244259: | Support children and adults living with HIV and aids |
You will be able to continue with the Pre-School module which will give you a full NQF level 4 recognised qualification
Prices:
Course |
Terms Price |
Deposit |
Monthly |
# Months |
Cash Price |
Basic Child Care Course: Full Time 2021 |
R17,800.00 |
R3400.00 |
R3600.00 |
4 |
R16,900.00 |
Basic Child Care Course: Part Time 2021 |
R15,250.00 |
R2250.00 |
R1300.00 |
10 |
R14,500.00 |