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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Facilitating a Life Skills Learning Programme in the Reception Year 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
7408  Facilitating a Life Skills Learning Programme in the Reception Year 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Early Childhood Development 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 05 - Education, Training and Development Early Childhood Development 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  12 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2006-01-10  2007-10-18  SAQA 0160/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-10-18   2011-10-18  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard is replaced by: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
244260  Facilitate a Life Skills Learning Programme in the Reception Year  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  15   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This is an elective unit standard at Level 5 which can be credited to a National Certificate in ECD at Level 4 and/or towards a higher education qualification in ECD at Level 5 or 6 for specialisation in Grade R teaching.

The learners are able to plan, implement and evaluate a developmentally appropriate life skills learning programme in Grade R and to assess the children's progress on a continuous basis. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • The ability to read, write and use written resource material for learning and teaching in at least two South African languages.
  • An understanding of the holistic development of children from birth to nine years and how young children learn through play and a variety of activities.
  • A basic understanding of the national school curriculum. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    This elective unit standard is designed primarily for educators working with children aged 5 - 6 years in the Reception Year (Grade R). Practitioners are required to demonstrate applied competence in a Grade R programme in one of the following developmental phases in a group setting:
  • 2 - 6 years (community-based group setting)
  • 5 - 9 years (foundation phase group setting)

    At this level practitioners demonstrate the ability to:
  • plan a developmentally appropriate life skills learning programme to help children achieve the specific outcomes of the national curriculum for the Reception Year;
  • use a range of educational skills to facilitate the acquisition of life skills and empower the learners;
  • select activities and resources that are appropriate to the developmental needs, interests, culture, languages, gender and religion of the children.
  • plan individualised learning experiences to support and challenge each child based on continuous observation and assessment;
  • evaluate the effectiveness of the life skills learning programme to improve implementation. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan a developmentally appropriate life skills learning programme. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Plan a developmentally appropriate life skills learning programme according to the national curriculum for children, the interests and the experience of the children. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The life skills learning programme is planned to achieve the specific outcomes of the relevant learning areas for Grade R in an integrated manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Learning activities and experiences are planned on a daily, weekly and longer term basis. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The life skills learning programme is based on the life experiences of the children and should be contextually appropriate. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The planned learning activities and experiences are appropriate to the developmental needs of individual children. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Planning is sufficiently flexible to respond to the interests of individual children. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare appropriate learning activities and materials. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Prepare appropriate learning activities and materials based on an understanding of the principles, processes and content of the relevant learning areas in the Foundation Phase. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Learning experiences are provided to help children learn about themselves in a holistic way that supports the development of a positive self-concept and respect for others, different lifestyles, religions, languages, gender and cultures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Activities are set up to help children develop scientific and technological process skills. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Learning activities and materials are prepared to encourage children to explore and value their environment and society. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. A variety of activities and materials are prepared to encourage children to explore the arts including their cultural heritage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Various opportunities are organised to facilitate children's physical development and understanding of health and safety issues. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Implement the planned life skills learning programme in Grade R. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Implement the planned life skills learning programme in Grade R using a range of appropriate techniques and strategies to facilitate active learning. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The learning activities and experiences are organised so that children are able to work in a variety of settings including individual work, pairs, small groups and large groups. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Opportunities for critical thinking and problem-solving are apparent in all of the activities. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Children are encouraged to plan, select their own materials and carry out projects according to their own ability. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. A range of mediational/facilitation skills are used appropriately to support and extend children's learning, including helping children to talk about, communicate and reflect on their learning experiences and achievements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Observe and assess children's progress. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Observe and assess children's progress in the life skills learning programme on a continuous basis to assist individual children. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Observation and assessment of children's development in the life skills programme is an integral part of the learning-teaching process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Assessment tools/instruments and procedures used for recording observations and assessments provide comprehensive evidence of children's life skills, but their use does not interfere unduly with the teaching and learning process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Facilitation techniques are adapted to individual children's needs and learning style based on observation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Observation and assessment records are used to plan individualised learning experiences for children. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Evaluate the effectiveness of the life skills learning programme. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Evaluate the effectiveness of the life skills learning programme on a continuous basis and adapt the activities and materials provided to improve the programme and to inform practice and planning. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The effectiveness of the life skills programme is evaluated systematically and critically on a daily, weekly and longer term basis as reflected in programme records. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The modification of facilitation techniques and strategies as a result of reflection on one's own practice is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Learning activities and materials are changed or adapted in response to children's needs and interests. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Workplace assessment of life skills learning programme implementation and scrutiny of records of programme planning and evaluation, observation and assessment of children.
  • Child study of three children over a period of three months showing the each child's development in terms of life skills and including the following:
    analysed samples of work;
    descriptions of activities the child becomes involved in;
    indications of particular interests and strengths; and
    focusing on how the classroom programme has empowered the learner.
  • Portfolio including written work in the form of course work, assignments, notes, etc. and examples of children's work.
  • Moderation: Scrutiny of all assessment records and portfolio evidence, including the child study; random workplace assessment including an interview with the learner by an external assessor. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Learners can understand, analyse and explain the following:
  • relevant child development theories and research, which include indigenous theories of child development practice, and the implications for practice in a life skills learning programme;
  • social and emotional development as it relates to cognitive development;
  • the principles, processes and content of science for young children and appropriate technological applications;
  • the development of creative thinking and expression through the arts and its importance in learning;
  • cultural traditions and social processes, including environmental issues, that can be introduced to young children;
  • the requirements of the national curriculum in the foundation phase, especially with regard to the reception year;
  • principles of planning, integrating and sequencing learning programmes and activities;
  • assessment methods and tools/instruments for assessing young children's learning and development.

    Learners demonstrate the following attitudes and values:
  • respect for cultural and religious diversity (anti-bias practice);
  • gender sensitivity;
  • democratic values and appreciation of the different customs and traditions present in our country (UBUNTU);
  • recognition of the importance of life skills in the foundation phase through an appreciation of the importance of offering a rich programme designed to empower all learners;
  • sensitivity to the views of parents and family members;
  • explicit recognition of the importance of social relationships in building families and communities;
  • explicit recognition of the importance of respecting the environment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    1. Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively through the study of underpinning disciplines for the life skills programme.

    2. Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local communities through discussions with children, parents and family members about the importance of the development of life skills for lifelong learning.

    3. Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts through the selection of art and cultural activities and materials for children to explore. 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems with regard to young children's acquisition of life skills showing that responsible decisions have been made with regard to maintaining respect for the home languages of the children; their cultures and families; the local environments and children's growing abilities to develop a social and thinking beings. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with co-workers (where applicable), with children, families and communities. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's teaching activities effectively in order to implement a planned life skills learning programme successfully. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information relating to the children's development and to programme implementation through observation and self-reflection. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with learners verbally and through visual materials, and keep written records and reports. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Show responsibility towards the environment and health of others through activities planned to promote children's health and respect for the environment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Appreciate that the world is a set of related systems by planning an integrated life skills learning programme. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 244260, which is "Facilitate a Life Skills Learning Programme in the Reception Year", Level 5, 12 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  23116   National Certificate: Early Childhood Development  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-10-18  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  15982   National Certificate: Early Childhood Development: Preschool Phase  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2003-10-11  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  64649   Higher Certificate: Early Childhood Development  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  15985   National Certificate: Early Childhood Development: Preschool Phase  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2003-10-11  ETDP SETA 
    Elective  64650   National Diploma: Early Childhood Development  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2020-07-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  15983   National Diploma: Early Childhood Development: Preschool Phase  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2003-10-11   


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. ABASUNGULI TRAINING SPESIALISTS (PTY) LTD 
    2. ABM COLLEGE SA (PTY) LTD 
    3. Accreditation & Training Services 
    4. Amogelang Marketing and Training 
    5. Assessment and Entrepreneurship Centre 
    6. ATS Institute 
    7. Aubrey Nyiko Business Enterprise cc 
    8. B T Group of Companies Pty Ltd 
    9. BOLAND COLLEGE 
    10. BORDERGATE EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND PROJECTS 
    11. Brainwave Projects 1997 CC 
    12. Capricorn College for FET 
    13. Caversham Education Institute 
    14. Centre for Creative Education/Iziko La Bantu Be Afrika NPC 
    15. CENTRE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT 
    16. Changing Lives Community Development Training 
    17. College of Cape Town - Athlone Campus 
    18. Compass Academy of Learning 
    19. Custoda Trust 
    20. D M Management and Consulting 
    21. Damelin 
    22. Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd 
    23. Dee s Training PTY LTD 
    24. Directflo 
    25. DM Training Consultants 
    26. Early Learning Foundation Montessori Teacher Training 
    27. Early Learning Resource Unit (ELRU) 
    28. EASTCAPE MIDLANDS COLLEGE BUSINESS UNIT (Uitenhage) (WA) 
    29. EBENEZER TRAINING HOUSE FOR EARLY LEARNING 
    30. EDU-Bless College 
    31. Edu-Build Institute 
    32. EDUTAK PRE-SCHOOL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 
    33. FALSE BAY TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING COLLEGE 
    34. Faranang Business and Training Solutions PTY(LTD) 
    35. FLAVIUS MAREKA FET COLLEGE 
    36. FURNITURE WORLD TRAINING CENTRE 
    37. Gert Sibande Public FET College - Central Office 
    38. Goldfields TVET College 
    39. Grassroots Adult Education and Training Trust 
    40. GWALA TRAINING SERVICES 
    41. HDPSA 
    42. Headspace Consulting (PTY) Ltd 
    43. Headstart/ECD projects 
    44. HLUVUKA TRAINING AND CONSULTING 
    45. INGWE FET COLLEGE 
    46. Institute of Professional Studies and Services 
    47. Isamon Vocational College of Excellence Pty Ltd 
    48. Isibani Skills Academy 
    49. Itireleng Bokamoso Trading Development Services and Associates 
    50. Jabulani Training & Development 
    51. Katiso-kuno Consulting 
    52. Keletsong Community Training & Resource Centre 
    53. Kgaka Kgolo Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    54. KHANIMAMBA TRAINING AND RESOURCE CENTRE 
    55. Khululeka Community Education Centre 
    56. Kids Academy 
    57. KITSO TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 
    58. Klein Karoo Resource Centre 
    59. Leronsa Trading Enterprise 
    60. LESEDI EDUCARE ASSOCIATION 
    61. Li Lichule Trading cc 
    62. Loago Business Consulting 
    63. MASIKHULE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE 
    64. MATHS CENTRE INCORPORATING SCIENCES 
    65. Mochochonono Training Solutions cc 
    66. Montessori Teacher Training Centre South Africa 
    67. Motheo Training Institute Trust 
    68. MWG Logistical Services 
    69. NATAL EARLY LEARNING RESOURCE UNIT TRUST 
    70. Networx for Career Development 
    71. New Beginnings Training and Development Organisation 
    72. NKANGALA TVET COLLEGE 
    73. Northern Cape Urban College: Kimberley Campus 
    74. Northlink College 
    75. Northshore Trading 19CC t/a Makakhaunye Training and Development Agency 
    76. NTATAISE TRUST 
    77. Ntsangalala Business Enterprise 
    78. Orbit FET College - Central Office 
    79. Peddie Development Centre 
    80. Petra institute of Development (PTY) Ltd 
    81. Pro-Ed Training 
    82. PROFESSIONAL CHILD CARE COLLEGE PTY LTD 
    83. Professional Development and Training Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    84. Reflections Development Institute 
    85. REGIONAL EDUCARE COUNCIL 
    86. Retshetse Training Project 
    87. Rhodes University 
    88. Right 4 u College 
    89. Safe and Sound Learning Association 
    90. SANTS College 
    91. SEJ Skills Academy (Pty) Ltd 
    92. Sirius Training 
    93. Sisazi Consulting 
    94. Siyahluma Education Institute 
    95. Siyathuthuka Nursery School 
    96. South African Congress For Early Childhood Development 
    97. South Cape Public FET College - George Campus 
    98. Sustainability Institute Trust 
    99. T Mabuya & Associates (Pty) Ltd 
    100. Takatso Educare Training and Development Services 
    101. Teachers Learning Centre (Pty) Ltd 
    102. Tembe Service Providers 
    103. Thabelanang t/a Thabelanang Trading Enterprise 
    104. Thasha Training and Consulting 
    105. The College of Modern Montessori 
    106. The Iscariota Group (Pty) Ltd 
    107. The Port Elizabeth Early Learning Centre 
    108. Thobologo Training and Education Group (Pty) Ltd 
    109. THUKAKGALADI INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 
    110. THUSANANG TRUST 
    111. TLHARIHANI TRAINING CENTRE (PTY) LTD 
    112. Training and Resources in Early Education (TREE) 
    113. Ulandi (Lewena Lema) Business Communications 
    114. Ulwazi Training & Development 
    115. UNIVERSAL COLLEGE OUTCOMES SA 
    116. Vuselela TVET College 
    117. Water berg FET College 
    118. Waterberg TVET College 
    119. WEST COAST COLLEGE FET 
    120. WESTERN COLLEGE FOR FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING 
    121. Winston Academy 
    122. WonderKids Academy 
    123. World Wide Education Providers(Pty)Ltd 
    124. Woz'obona Early Childhood Community Service Group 


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