Child day care courses are short courses created by Matric College. This course is designed by the college. The course is not registered with a professional body. Through this course, you are equipped with a set of skills. These skills focus on caring for children. You are trained on how to care for children ages zero (0) to five (5) years old.
With these skills, you can find work or open a Day Care Centre because your opportunities will be many based on your qualification. Below is a list of the Child Day Care Courses we offer:
Can I Study Child Day Care Online?
Yes, you can study a Child Day Care course online at Matric College. We are a distance learning college that involves online tools in our learning. This means that you can study from home using online tools such as the following:
- Emails
- Course Experts
- Tutors
- Red alert forms (support)
When you study through Matric College, we assist you in the following way:
| Tutors | You can contact our tutors if you need assistance with your assessments from Monday to Fridays at 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. You will be able to study better based on your understanding. |
| Study Material | You will receive study material at your doorstep. You receive this five to seven days after your registration with us. You can use this to study and get answers to use in your assignments. |
| Course Experts | You can access course information from our Course experts to better understand your course. |
| Red Alert Form | Should you face any urgent issues regarding your academics, you can complete the Red Alert form, and we will assist you immediately. |
Benefits Of Studying Through Matric College
- You study from home where it is comfortable
- You study safe from the COVID-19 virus
- Study schedules are decided by you
- Study pace is set by you
- You save transport and lunch allowances
- There are tutors dedicated to help you with your course assessments from Mondays to Fridays
- Course Experts are available to give you any course information you need
- Study material is delivered to you at your door by us after your registration
- Any academic issues you have are resolved immediately by our support team
- You can study through us while working
- You graduate after you complete a course
- You earn a qualification when you complete a course
Can I Study Child Care Without Matric?
Yes, you can study the Child Day Care courses without Matric. There is no Matric or other specific qualification required. You are only required to meet these requirements to study:
- Be at least 16 years or older
- Be able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
How Long Does A Child Day Care Course Take?
It takes 4 to 15 months to complete the Child Day Care course at a Matric College.
What Do You Study In Day Care?
This is what you learn in the Child Day Care courses:
- Communicating effectively
- The signs that a child is ill
- Helping children process their thoughts and emotions
- Administering first aid
- Developing the skills of children
- Customer service techniques
- How to handle work pressure
- Behave like a business professional
What Qualifications Do I Need To Look After Babies?
To care for babies professionally in a registered facility, the qualification you need is the nationally recoginsed Occupational Certificate: Early Childhood Development Practitioner (NQF Level 4), accredited through our sister college, Bellview Institute, by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). If you are new to childcare, our short courses are a great way to build the practical skills and foundational knowledge you need before taking on a full accredited qualification. With a childcare qualification, you can work as a:
- Crèche Teacher
- Au Pair
- Babysitter
- Day Care Manager
- Day Care Administrator
Below is a list of the childcare courses you can take to start:
Child Day Care
Crèche Management
- Crèche Management Short Course
- Crèche Management Certificate Course
- Crèche Management Comprehensive Course
Child Psychology
- Child Psychology Short Course
- Child Psychology Certificate Course
- Child Psychology Comprehensive Course
Matric College is your home base — when you enrol with us, you stay with us, with one dedicated team supporting you from your very first course to your final qualification.
Is Childcare A Good Career Choice?
Yes, Childcare is a good career choice for these reasons:
- You work with innocent children
- You earn a good salary
- Working hours are flexible
- You can find work anywhere in the world
- You can work for yourself
- You can use your skills with your own children
- You are complimented by parents for caring for their children
- You feel good about your line of work
- You are a role model to young children
At What Age Does A Child Start Daycare In South Africa?
A child can start attending Day Care at any age between zero and five. These are the ages that are appropriate for Day Care. The best time for a child to start Day Care depends on the parents.
If you want your child to start attending Day Care at the age of two (2) years oil, they can. The same applies if parents decide their child can start Day Care at 8 months old. Since children are taken care of by professionals at Day Care Centres, they have a better chance to do the following:
- Grow healthier
- Develop skills
- Socialise easily
- Enjoy school from a young age
- Identity strengths
- Work on weaknesses fast
What Qualities Do I Need To Become A Childcare Worker?
You must have these qualities to become a Childcare Worker:
- Very patient
- Have enough energy
- Enjoy playing with children
- Always alert
- Protective
- Nurturing
- Calm in emergency situations
- Good communicator
- Great listener
- Good management
- Creative teacher
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: May 24, 2022