Au Pair
An Au Pair is usually someone from a foreign country who helps their host family take care of their children. Au Pairs will be the children's guardian when their parents are not around.

Daycare Administrator
A Daycare Administrator is someone who is in charge of the finances and overseeing the management of the daycare centre. They supervise the Daycare staff and ensure that they adhere to all guidelines for child training and education. They make sure that the Daycare is sanitary and up to code for the children’s health.

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Babysitter
Babysitters come in handy when parents need assistance in caring for their children. A Babysitter is a person who helps parents and guardians who require assistance with childcare while they are at work or attending another event.

Daycare Manager

A Daycare Manager is the person in charge of managing the Daycare’s daily activities. They usually manage the personnel, the Daycare’s finances, hiring, and training of new employees. They oversee developing a curriculum that encourages child development and communicating with parents.

Daycare Cook
It is important for children to receive a proper nutritious meal when they are at Daycare. This is where a Daycare cook comes in, they are responsible for creating a meal plan for the kids and making sure that the food or snacks they are preparing are healthy.

Start Your Own Childcare Business
If you are not interested in applying for any of the careers mentioned above, you can consider starting your own childcare business. In South Africa, parents need a safe option for their children, especially when they are at work or handling other responsibilities.
By starting a Childcare business, you can help provide them with those safe places they need. Where their children are not only safe but also learn.

 

NATIONAL N DIPLOMA

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Application for a National N diploma requires a completion of  N4, N5 and N6 level with all subjects(12 Subjects or more) passed with a minimum of 40% and a minimum of 18 months' work experience.

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   Requirements by DHET (Department of higher education and training)

• Fully completed DHET application form...Download Form>

• Attach copies of N4, N5 and N6 certificates and results

• Attach a confirmation letter from company or companies where you carried out the required work experience

• Produce proof of relevant practical experience, showing the practical execution of two relevant instructional offerings studies at N6 level.

• Submit an application letter with their personal details, ID number, Postal address and contact number, as well as the name of Diploma they want to apply for