What you need to know
Entrance Requirements
Due to this course being a NATED course you will need a NQF level 4 qualification. This will be a matric certificate or the equivalent. If you unfortunately don’t have this qualification, you can still do one of the many other starter courses offered by Skills Academy.
The N4 Educare course is taught in English, therefore being able to read and write in English is also a requirement to join the course.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
Assessment Structure
You will have three assignments and two exams. All assignments are open book and will be completed at home and exams are set by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). .
Plan your studies accordingly. Here’s important information regarding each semester:
Exam opportunities:
There are two exam opportunities.
May/June and October/November
Registration Period:
February – May/June exam
August – October/November exam
Subject Outcomes
Interested in knowing what subjects you will be doing during your N4 Educare course? These subjects have been carefully selected to give you an introductory level of skills and knowledge needed for your career in educare.
Subject | Description |
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Educare Didactics N4 | This subject will teach you about educational toys, lesson planning as well as creative activities. You will also learn about baby activities and methods on how to take observations. |
Child Health N4 | In Child Health N4 you will learn about the general importance of health for a young child, nutrition of a young child which will include information on breastfeeding, an introduction to solid foods and nutritional problems. |
Education N4 | This course will give you the theoretical skills to confidently prepare for your exams and pass them successfully. In the subject you will prepare to give students the correct support. |
Day Care Personnel Development N4 | With this subject you will learn about the daycare system in South Africa and facility standards. You will also go through human development, interviews, self-image development and much more. |
Study Upgrade
The N4 Educare course is only the first step to becoming an Educare professional. Continue onto the N5 Educare course and expand your knowledge.