Advanced Neurodevelopmental & Inclusive Early Childhood Support Programme
Autism • ADHD • Communication • Behaviour • Sensory Support
NQF Level 6 · 4-5 Months
ECD · NQF Level 4 · Funding
Searching for a free ECD Level 4 course in South Africa? While accredited training has costs, CGTS offers bursary-funded routes that can cover all or part of an ECD NQF Level 4 qualification — so it can be free or low-cost for those who qualify.
ECD Level 4 is the matric-equivalent Early Childhood Development qualification that prepares you to work as an ECD practitioner. Check the available bursaries and eligibility, then apply online.
Funding can cover all or part of an accredited ECD NQF Level 4 qualification for those who qualify.
ECD Level 4 (NQF 4) prepares you to work as a qualified Early Childhood Development practitioner.
Check eligibility, choose a bursary and apply online with CGTS.
Autism • ADHD • Communication • Behaviour • Sensory Support
NQF Level 6 · 4-5 Months
NQF Level: 1, Credits: 32, Time frame: 4- 6 Months, Delivery Mode: Blended (Online and Face to Face)
NQF Level 1 · 4 to 6 Months
NQF Level 4, 131 Credits, 12–18 Months, Delivery Mode: Blended-Online
NQF Level 4 · 12-18 Months · SAQA ID 97542
Accredited ECD Level 4 training has costs, but CGTS offers bursary-funded routes that can cover all or part of the fees for eligible learners — making it free or low-cost in practice. See the bursaries page for what's currently available.
ECD Level 4 is an Early Childhood Development qualification at NQF Level 4 (matric-equivalent). It qualifies you to work as an ECD practitioner in crèches, pre-schools and ECD centres.
Browse the bursaries page, check the eligibility for ECD-related bursaries, and complete the online application. You can also enquire and we'll guide you to the right option.
Entry requirements vary by programme and are listed on each course page. Many ECD Level 4 courses are accessible to learners without matric — enquire to confirm your eligibility.