Certificate in

Early childhood development and education (KNEC)

Course overview

The certificate course in ECDE aims at equipping trainees with knowledge, skills and attitude required in promoting the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, moral and cultural development of the child between 0-8 years

With the provision of the above, it is anticipated that these will help effectively to cater for the needs of all children, to relate to other personnel and to give proper advice to parents. In addition teachers will be able to identify children with special needs and make informed decisions on their needs.

EAICS will ensure that the student obtains all the theoretical and practical skills required in order to excel in early childhood development and education.

Course outline

Non modular

• Foundation, Administration and Management of ECDE In Kenya
• General Knowledge
• Religious Education
• Material Development
• Introduction to Research
• Community Development
• Child Rights and Child Protection
• Teaching Practice
• Information Communication Technology
• Lugha ya Kiswahili
• Children with Special Needs
• Life Skills
• Communication Skills
• Physical Activities
• Creative Arts Activities
• Introduction to Child Psychology
• Child Growth and Development
• Health, Nutrition and Care
• Early Childhood Development and Curriculum Development
• Instructional and Learning Approaches
• Guidance and Counseling
• English Language
• Language Activities
• Mathematics Activities
• Science Activities
• Social Environment Activities
• Music and Movement Activities
• Entrepreneurship

Requirements

Course Duration: 18 months

Exam Body: KNEC

Grade: D+ and Above