NC(V) programme

NC(V) Education and Development

The base for working with young children and communities, like early childhood development.

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Level

NQF 2 to 4

Duration

3 years

Entry

Grade 9 or higher

Funding

NSFAS funded

What you study

  • Early childhood development
  • Facilitation
  • Child health and safety
  • Community work

Careers it leads to

Teacher
ECD or crèche practitioner
Teaching assistant

Where to study Education and Development

Many of South Africa's 50 public TVET colleges offer this NC(V) programme, though not every college runs every course. It is NSFAS funded if your household income is R350,000 or less a year. Confirm the programme on the college's official site before you apply.

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