Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving is an interactive, eight-hour course that is delivered 100% online and synchronously. The course is accessible to all persons who currently possess a Provisional Driver’s License.
About Early Childhood Development
The Early Childhood Development programme enables learners to attain Caribbean Vocational Qualifications (CVQ) at Level I in the area of Early Childhood Development.
The CVQ competency standards for Early Childhood Development form the backbone of learning delivery, and ensure the active involvement of learners in both classroom and workplace settings. Students are instilled with the knowledge, skills and personal qualities essential for working effectively within early childhood development settings.
The programme adheres to the philosophy of Competency-based Education and Training, evaluating students based on practical cases and demonstrations of what they have learnt.
Course Breakdown
Early Childhood Development takes 2 years to complete and rewards students with a Certificate.
Year One
Semester One
General Education Courses
- Applying Basic Communication Skills (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Learning Through Play I (2 Credits)
- Child Development I (3 Credits)
- Field Work I (1 Credit)
Semester Two
Programme Courses
- Child Development II (3 Credits)
- Professional Practice I (1.5 Credits)
- Field Work II (1.5 Credits)
- Demonstrating Basic Curriculum Knowledge (2 Credits)
Summer One
- Crafting a Personal Entrepreneurship Strategy I (1.5 Credits)
- Facilitating Children's Creative Expression Through Art, Drama and Music (1 Credit)
- Elective 1 (3 Credits)
Year Two
Semester Three
General Education Courses
- Basic Mathematical Computations (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Professional Practice II (2 Credits)
- Learning Through Play II (2 Credits)
- Behaviour Guidance (1 Credit)
- Field Work III (2 Credits)
- Field Work IV (2 Credits)
Semester Four
General Education Courses
- Crafting a Personal Entrepreneurship Strategy II (1.5 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Nutrition I: Supporting Children's Nutritional Needs (1 Credits)
- Care, Safety and Well-being of Children (2 Credits)
Summer Two
- Nutrition II: Preparing Nutritionally Balanced Meals (1 Credits)
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills (2 Credits)
Entry Requirements
You can visit our Admissions Page to read our general entry requirements.
- Assessment of Prior Learning or at least three (3) CSEC subject passes; Interview required.
Fees & Tuition
Visit our Tuition page to download the fees of different programmes.
Tip: Scroll inside the table for more information.
| Fee | Level One Semester 1 | Level One Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition for Saint Lucian & OECS Students | $ 520 | $ 520 | ||
| Tuition for CARICOM Students | $ 1,040 | $ 1,040 | ||
| Tuition for International Students | $ 4,775 | $ 4,775 | ||
| Audit | - | $ 30 | ||
| Registration | $ 30 | $ 30 | ||
| Students' Council | $ 12 | - | ||
| Digital Technology Maintenance Fee | $ 110 | $ 110 | ||
| Insurance | $ 18 | - | ||
| ID Card | $ 25 | - | ||
| Fee | Level One Semester 1 | Level One Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lucian Nationals | $ 735 | $ 710 | ||
| CARICOM Students | $ 1,255 | $ 1,230 | ||
| International Students | $ 4,990 | $ 4,965 | ||
