SANTS is proud to announce the launch of its newest qualification — the Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education (NQF Level 5). This one-year accredited programme is designed for practitioners, matriculants, and caregivers who are passionate about giving children the best possible start in life.
This one-year distance learning programme is designed to meet the needs of:
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ECD practitioners currently working in Early Childhood Development centres who wish to upskill and gain formal recognition
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Matriculants interested in starting a meaningful career in early childhood education
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Caregivers and informal educators who want to gain a qualification and improve job prospect
Start Your ECD Journey with SANTS
With this programme, SANTS takes another bold step toward strengthening the national ECD workforce and supporting professional pathways for thousands who work in informal or under-recognised ECD environments. Delivered via distance learning and supported in multiple languages, the qualification bridges the gap between experience and recognition, opening doors to further studies and employment.
This offering also directly aligns with the Department of Basic Education’s priority to expand foundational learning, as reinforced during the recent SACE colloquium. With this new certificate, SANTS continues its commitment to accessible, high-quality education for all — starting at the very beginning.
