NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate
Working with Children in Early Years and Primary Settings
Early Childhood Certificate (Level 2) – Professional Track
According to approved regulations and national training support programs in Saudi Arabia
📌 Program Duration | 📌 Number of Sessions | 📌 Attendance | 📌 Session Duration | 📌 Self-Study | 📌 Total Hours | 📌 Start Date |
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4 months | 17 sessions | 1 day per week (online) | 2 hours | 8–10 hours/week | 210 hours | October 11, 2025 |
💰 Fees and Support
HRDF Support Value | VAT (15%) | Total Price with VAT |
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6,500 SAR | 975 SAR | 7,475 SAR |
* The support mechanism depends on the approved HRDF program and applicant eligibility. Additional documents or employer agreement may be required.
Why this program?
This track is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to work with children from birth up to 11 years and 11 months in
nursery, kindergarten, and primary grade settings. You will receive structured training, practical projects, and professional guidance, with the opportunity to document your experience in a professional portfolio.
👩🏫 Target Audience
- Early childhood and kindergarten teachers.
- Primary grade teachers (1–3), assistants, and specialist teachers (PE, Art, Religion, Music).
- Anyone interested in early childhood (18+).
📚 Learning Units (6 Units)
No. | Title | Key Topics |
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1 | Child Development from Birth to 11 years 11 months | Physical/cognitive/language/social development, influencing factors, practitioner’s role, care routines, nature/nurture |
2 | Play and Learning | Types of play, positive environments, frameworks and curriculum (EYFS/National), teaching strategies |
3 | Exploring Legislation | Laws and policies, safeguarding, diversity, identifying abuse and procedures |
4 | The Practitioner’s Role in Childcare | Professional skills, teamwork, role boundaries, CPD |
5 | Nutrition | Food groups, healthy eating, special needs, impact of nutrition on learning and health |
6 | Physical Development and Activity | Physical & mental benefits, recommended guidelines, practitioner’s role in promoting activity |
🗓️ Program Timeline
- Week 1: Orientation and platform registration – understanding requirements.
- Weeks 2–5: Units on Child Development and Play & Learning.
- Week 6: Assessment support session (mid-program).
- Weeks 7–10: Units on Legislation and Practitioner’s Role.
- Weeks 11–15: Units on Nutrition and Physical Activity.
- Week 16: Reviews and final submissions.
- Week 17: Closing session (Catch-up & Closing).
🎯 What will you learn?
- Design a positive and safe classroom environment that stimulates learning and holistic development.
- Apply effective play strategies aligned with frameworks and national curriculum.
- Comply with child protection policies and procedures.
- Build a professional portfolio showcasing your practice and evidence.
📝 Requirements and Assessment
Learning Requirements
- Weekly assignments and short projects.
- Professional portfolio (photos, plans, lesson templates, activities).
- Case studies and practical tasks.
- Attendance in Teams sessions and LMS interaction.
Assessment Method
- Upload assignments through the platform.
- Evaluation by NCFE CACHE certified assessors with feedback.
- Recommended practical training (120 hours) under workplace supervision.
📌 HRDF Support Conditions
- Applicant must be a Saudi national.
- Applicant must be 18 years or older.
- Applicant must not have exceeded HRDF training support limits.
- Applicant may be asked for proof of employment in the education sector.
📂 Required Documents
- Copy of National ID.
- Proof of employment (if applicable).
- Completed registration form.
🖊️ Registration Steps
- Fill out the electronic registration form.
- Attach required documents.
- Confirm eligibility for HRDF support.
- Pay VAT fees (non-refundable).
- Receive enrollment confirmation and training schedule.
📞 Contact & Inquiries
For inquiries, please contact us through the official WhatsApp number or email listed on our website.