90 Students begin Early Childhood Education Certification Program

This initiative is part of a strategic partnership between Sharjah Education Academy and Invest Bank, which was officially launched during the 4th Sharjah International Summit on Improvement in Education. The partnership underscores Invest Bank’s commitment to supporting the development of education in the UAE and the wider region, with a particular focus on early childhood education, which is recognized as the cornerstone for building future generations.

The program, accredited by the National Qualification Center (NQC), is designed to equip teaching assistants with cutting-edge pedagogical knowledge, skills, and practice. It emphasizes the development of innovative Arabic language teaching methods, the reinforcement of national identity, the alignment of curricula with the UAE’s values and vision for early childhood education, and the establishment of professional learning communities connecting educators and stakeholders in the sector.

Developed in collaboration with the University of Helsinki HY+, the program draws on the latest scientific research in early childhood pedagogy. It offers a robust combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training, enabling participants to develop 21st-century teaching skills. Sharjah Education Academy has taken on the task of localizing and adapting the program content to align with the UAE’s educational context and national priorities.

The program is delivered in both Arabic and English through a flexible learning model, allowing participants to earn their specialized certificates in just six months, while accommodating their professional and personal responsibilities.

This initiative represents a tangible example of effective collaboration between the education and banking sectors and reaffirms the Academy’s vision to elevate the quality of early childhood education by preparing qualified, empowered educators capable of driving long-term educational progress.

Applications are still open for the Spring 2026 intake. Classroom assistants interested in joining the Early Childhood Education Certificate Program and taking advantage of remaining scholarships funded by Invest Bank are encouraged to submit their applications through the Academy’s official website.