Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate:
Early Childhood Carer

The purpose of this skills programme is to prepare a learner to function as an Early Childhood Carer (ECC). A Childhood Carer is responsible for carefully watching for any signs of emotional or developmental issues with children. When they notice something amiss, they must bring it to the attention of a child’s parents or a responsible adult or their senior at the workplace. The skills programme will transfer to the learner basic skills, knowledge and understanding that promote the holistic development and well-being of babies, toddlers and young children in different contexts.

A qualified learner will be able to:

• Provide nurturing and responsive care of children in the absence of parents or family members.
• Facilitate holistic development of children through the provision of opportunities for learning through play.
• Prepare meals and feed children.
• Help with personal hygiene.
• Prepare a stimulating learning environment and age-appropriate play resources.
• Supervise play activities, maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Interact with the babies, toddlers and young children, team, parents and external stakeholders.

CER4023-01

This is a non-accredited Short Learning Programme.

12 months

No Matric

Theory modules:

• Basic child development within a Child Rights Framework
• An environment that promotes optimal development for babies, toddlers and young children
• Quality interactive care service for babies, toddlers and young children

Practical application modules:

• Application of child development principles within a specific context
• Prepare a suitable playing environment for babies, toddlers and young children
• Implement quality interactive caregiving service for babies, toddlers and young children

• 1 x Assignment per theory module
• 1 x Assignment per practical application module
• No examinations

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded an Oxbridge Academy Skills Certificate: Early Childhood Carer  from Oxbridge Academy.

• Occupational Skills Programme: Early Childhood Caregiver