Turn Your Passion for Children Into a Recognised Career
If you’re passionate about working with young children and want to make a real difference in their lives, the ECD NQF Level 5 qualification at BHT Academy is your next step.
This nationally accredited course equips you with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to become a competent early childhood educator, centre manager, or even start your own creche or preschool one day.
“We don’t just train childcare workers — we develop leaders in early education.”
What Is ECD Level 5 All About?
The National Certificate: ECD NQF Level 5 is designed for those who want to grow their careers in early childhood learning. Whether you’re already working in a daycare or starting from scratch, this qualification lays a strong foundation for working with children from birth to five years.
You’ll learn how to:
- Plan and manage developmentally appropriate programmes
- Understand child psychology and development stages
- Create safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments
- Handle admin, assessments, and reporting
- Lead and supervise staff in an ECD setting
Who Should Enrol?
This course is perfect for:
- Preschool or creche staff who want to formalise their skills
- Aspiring ECD centre managers or owners
- Au pairs, nannies, and childminders looking to grow
- Matriculants and career changers with a heart for children
Entry Requirements
- You must have a Matric / Grade 12 certificate
- A passion for working with children
- The ability to study while doing practical experience
Course Details
Qualification Title: National Certificate in Early Childhood Development
NQF Level: 5
SAQA ID: 58761
Credits: 120
Duration: 12 months (blended learning – theory + workplace practicals)
Delivery: Online / Distance / Contact support
Assessment: Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) + Practical workplace assignmentsWhy Study ECD at BHT Academy?
- Fun, flexible learning for real-life childcare situations
- Affordable monthly payment plans
- Supportive facilitators who walk with you from Day 1
- Accessible to rural, township and urban learners
- Career development support for job readiness or centre ownership
At BHT Academy, we teach with heart — and we believe the early years are where real transformation begins.
What Can You Do With This Qualification?
After completing ECD NQF Level 5, you can:
- Work as a qualified ECD Practitioner
- Be employed as a playgroup teacher, daycare facilitator or Grade R assistant
- Manage or start your own ECD centre
- Continue studying toward NQF Level 6 and beyond in teaching or education
Let’s Get You Registered
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