RATIONALE 

The qualification is designed for teachers, educators and administrators who are or will be involved in curriculum development implementation and evaluation. This qualification in curriculum development as described above shall develop teachers in designing and implementing curricula in learning environments for different students in different educational contexts. This qualification will assist students in developing essential skills for curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation in the educational settings. The qualification content includes elements of instructional design, curriculum development, quality assurance, planning delivery, formative and summative evaluation. Review of curriculum to improve the relevance and quality of education through a shift from content-based curriculum to outcome-based curriculum. The curriculum will be such that it supports more effective teaching and learning and it includes more emphasis on technology, business and vocational skills that are essential for the needs of the economy.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 

Graduates from this qualification can be employed as any of the following, but not limited to: 

• Teachers 
• Educators 
• Ministry of Education Officers 
• Curriculum Development officer 
• Staff development / Performance Officers 
• Quality Assurance Officers (Education) 
• Accreditation Officers

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

Candidates must have successfully completed, a Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business Studies, Science and Humanities.

PROGRAMME DURATION 

This qualification takes one year or two semesters.