Introduction
The Certificate in Child Care Giver is a two-year program designed for individuals passionate about working with infants and young children in daycare, kindergarten, or home-based settings. It equips trainees with practical skills for professional caregiving. The program includes complimentary computer classes to ensure students are tech-savvy.
Objectives
- Understand early childhood development (0-4 years).
- Provide care and support to infants and toddlers.
- Develop skills in nutrition, meal planning, and food safety.
- Manage emergencies, first aid, and CPR for children.
- Ensure child protection and safety.
- Apply positive discipline and behavior management.
- Run a profitable childcare business.
- Foster professional communication with parents and stakeholders.
Units
Units
- CCCG 501: Introduction to Childcare
- CCCG 502: Understanding Quality Childcare Practices
- CCCG 503: Types of Childcare Settings
- CCCG 504: Child Development and Learning Stages
- CCCG 505: Role of a Childcare Provider
- CCCG 506: Establishing Safe & Healthy Environments
- CCCG 507: First Aid, CPR & Emergency Response
- CCCG 508: Inclusive and Mental Childcare Practices
- CCCG 509: Managing Child Behavior
- CCCG 510: Working with Children with Disabilities
- CCCG 511: Designing Individualized Learning Through Play
- CCCG 512: Curriculum & Activity Planning
- CCCG 513: Social & Emotional Development
- CCCG 514: Language & Literacy
- CCCG 515: Cognitive & Creative Thinking
- CCCG 516: Mathematics & Motor Skills
- CCCG 517: Creating Age-Appropriate Play Activities
- CCCG 518: Weekly and Thematic Lesson Plans
- CCCG 519: Observation and Developmental Assessment
- CCCG 520: Supporting Infants and Toddlers
- CCCG 521: Routine Planning
- CCCG 522: Building Positive Parent Partnerships
- CCCG 523: Confidentiality & Data Protection
- CCCG 524: Professional Communication & Feedback
- CCCG 525: Handling Complaints and Conflicts
- CCCG 526: Entrepreneurship & Business Skills
- CCCG 527: Starting Your Own Home-Based Daycare
- CCCG 528: Legal & Regulatory Requirements
- CCCG 529: Business Planning & Policy Writing
- CCCG 530: Marketing & Promoting Your Services
- CCCG 531: Bookkeeping, Time Management & Customer Service
- CCCG 532: Reflective Practice & Professional Growth
Minimum Qualifications
KCSE C- or below.
Career Opportunities
- Daycare & Kindergarten Caregivers or Teachers
- Nannies & Babysitters (Hotels, Play Centers, Private Homes)
- Children’s Social Workers (Children’s Homes, NGOs, Religious Institutions)
- Early Childhood Education Consultants
- Entrepreneurs in Home-Based Childcare, Daycare Centers, or Nanny Placement Bureaus
Progression Path
The Certificate in Child Care Giver offers a lifeline to students with C- and below, creating employment-ready graduates in the social sector while supporting both formal employment and community-based entrepreneurship. It responds to urgent national needs in child protection, social welfare, and early childhood support.
