CERTIFICATE IN CHILDCARE MANAGEMENT LEVEL 2

Duration: One year

Day: Monday – Friday

Time:  09:00 hours – 15:00 hours

 

Entry Requirements:

  1. Level 1 Certificate in Childcare Management

OR

  1. Successful completion of the First year Household Management Programme
  2. Contingency Fee: $ 15,000.00 (non-refundable)
  3. Two recent passport sized photographs
  4. One recent recommendation from the Principal of the last school attended, a Justice of Peace or Clergyman.
  5. Applicant must be 17 years or older. Applicant must attain the age of 17 before August 31 of the academic year he/she is applying to gain entry.
  6. Persons who are 28 years and older are considered mature applicants. If a mature applicant does not have traditional qualifications, the institution will consider the relevant experience as well as their educational background.
  7. A mature student is someone who will be aged 28 years or over at the start of their course.
  8. As a mature student, your application is guaranteed to be given additional consideration, relating to your relevant academic, professional and life experiences.

Certification: Certificate in Household Management – Childcare Management Level 2

 

Programme Description:

This programme provides foundation for most Childcare Management. Growth stages are studied with a focus on physical, social, intellectual and emotional development. Students learn effective interaction and teaching skills by recognizing developmental markers in children.

Students learn how to set goals for implementing instructive programmes for children. Learning theory is covered to gain knowledge of various instructional strategies. Other course topics include designing classroom curriculum and performing student assessments.

The roles and responsibilities of child care staff are introduced in this programme. Students are given information on hiring and termination procedures. The class explores management skills and procedures such as conducting background checks and handling staff meetings. Facility financial issues, including fees and operational costs, are discussed to assist students in running child care centers.

This programme advises students on the legal steps necessary in setting up a child care facility, such as licensing and zoning requirements. Proper nutrition and facility safety are also key topics in this programme.

Students also learn how to help young children develop healthy lifestyles. A key course topic is nutrition, which can be relevant for future child care managers working at facilities that provide snacks and lunches.

Specific training in providing care for infants and toddlers. Students gain an appreciation for the importance of the first three years of life, and they study key developmental milestones.

 

Core Subject

  • Childcare Management Level 2
  • Housekeeping Level 2

 

Support Subjects

  • Dietary Needs of a Child
  • Health and Wellness
  • Meal Management
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Language and Communication
  • Business Maths
  • Life Skills
  • Small Business Management Level 2

 

Career Paths: Caregiver, Manager, Nanny