Years of ECCE experience but no formal qualification?
Your existing skills and experience may count toward an approved Workforce Assessment pathway. Find out whether this route is suitable for you.
Experience can be assessed — it does not replace assessment
- Experienced daycare workers
- Preschool assistants
- Childcare practitioners
- Babysitters with substantial relevant experience
- Daycare owners and operators
- Long-serving practitioners without formal certification
Assessment-only fee
TTD $6,500
This is the confirmed current assessment-only fee. Payment options and a typical timeframe will be published only after they are confirmed.
WhatsApp “ASSESS”Workforce Assessment is not an automatic certificate and is not based solely on years of service. Candidates must provide suitable evidence and demonstrate all required competencies.
What the process may include
Review
Employment and qualification review, portfolio and workplace evidence, and examination of work products.
Demonstration
Observation of performance, professional discussion, and oral or written questioning.
Verification
Identification and remediation of competency gaps, plus internal and external verification.
Evidence checklist
- Identification and contact details
- Employment letters or role descriptions
- Relevant certificates or training records
- Samples of planning, observation or documentation
- Workplace records and suitable work products
- References or supervisor confirmation where applicable
- Other evidence requested by the approved assessor
Award and quality assurance
Candidates who demonstrate all mandatory competencies may be recommended for certification through the applicable quality-assurance and awarding process.
No assessment outcome is guaranteed, and Al-Ihsaan Institute does not represent experience alone as an award.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a course?
No. Workforce Assessment is an approved assessment process for eligible experienced practitioners.
Does many years of experience mean I automatically qualify?
No. Every mandatory competency must be supported by suitable evidence and demonstrated through the approved process.
What if there are gaps in my evidence or competence?
The assessment process may identify gaps requiring additional evidence or further development before requirements can be met.
Who conducts the assessment?
Approved assessors conduct assessment within the applicable quality-assurance process.
How long will it take?
The typical timeframe will be published after confirmation. It may depend on readiness, evidence and any competency gaps.
Does certification guarantee employment or licensing?
No. Employment, licensing, immigration and appointment requirements vary by country, employer and position.
Start with an eligibility check
Send “ASSESS” with your role, years of experience and highest qualification. You can also complete the short pathway form on the ECCE overview page.