ecc.gov.jm ECI Registration Jamaica : Early Childhood Commission

Organization : Early Childhood Commission
Facility : ECI Registration
Country : Jamaica
Website : http://ecc.gov.jm/eci-registration/
Download Form Here : https://www.statusin.org/uploads/28798-Form.pdf

FAQ On ECC Jamaica ECI Registration

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On ECC Jamaica ECI Registration

Related / Similar Facility : How to Establish an ECI Jamaica Early Childhood Institution?

1. Why do I need to register my institution?
According to the Early Childhood Act (2005), all persons operating an ECI must register with the Early Childhood Commission (ECC).

2. What is the cost of registration?
The cost of registration is $1, 500.00 and can be paid at any National Commercial Bank (NCB). Vouchers for payment are available at the following locations :
** Early Childhood Commission
** ECC’s Resource Centres

3. What other documents do I need to register?
The following documents should accompany your completed application form:
i. Proof of payment of registration fee
ii. Two passport-sized photographs of the applicant

iii. A reference from any two of the following.
** A Justice of the Peace
** A Minister of Religion
** An Attorney-at-law

** The Principal or the Chairman of the Board of Management of an educational institution
** A former employer of the applicant

** A Resident Magistrate or a Judge of the Supreme Court
** A police officer above the rank of Inspector
iv. A report from the Jamaica Fire Brigade stating that your institution has been inspected and meets the requisite fire standards.

v. A report from the Public Health Department stating that your institution has been inspected and is in compliance with the provisions of the Public Health Act.

vi. A copy of the following must be supplied for the applicant and employees :
** Certification of good health from a registered medical practitioner
** A food handler’s permit

** A police record
** Copy of qualification certificate(s)/proof of training

** Verification of training in the following areas : Paediatric First Aid; the use of Universal Precautions against blood borne illnesses; recognizing signs of child abuse; Referral Mechanism and Reporting Requirements under the Public Health Act and Child Care and Protection Act

vii. The name and job description of each employee and a copy of the terms of employment
viii. Details of the premises or proposed premises :
** A floor plan of each building

** A description of the structure
** A list of furniture and equipment
** Any other details as may be prescribed
** Fees to be charged and proposed sources of funding.

4. What is the process for registration?
** After submitting the necessary documentation and relevant fee voucher, the ECC has seven (7) working days to process your application.

** The ECC has fifteen (15) working days to appoint an Inspector who will arrange to visit, conduct an inspection of your premises, as well as interview the relevant personnel at the institution.

** After the inspection of your premises, an inspection report is generated.
** A copy of the inspection report is given to the ECI’s management when all registration application documents are submitted.

5. How often do I apply for Registration?
You apply for registration every five (5) years.

6. Ensure that the ECC is notified of all changes made to your institution.
There are certain changes that by law the Commission should be notified of immediately. These include :
** Changes to enrolment
** Change in the type of institution

** Significant changes to the physical environment
** Changes to the number of employees (requires submission of documents F and G)

** Relocation of an ECI (requires submission of documents A, D, E and H)
** Change in principal/operator (requires submission of documents B, C, F and G) along with a completed application form

Application Form

Where can I get a copy of the Early Childhood Curricula?
All ECIs that have applied for registration will be provided with a copy of the Curricula.The National Curricula approved by the ECC is posted here on our website.

What will happen to the teachers who are not qualified or not trained but have been working for years?
Opportunities are available for them to access training at the various teacher training colleges and vocational training centres islandwide. Subsidized programmes are available at HEART TRUST Institutions.

What time frame will practitioners get to meet the basic training requirements?
A reasonable time frame will be established based on individual ECI needs and the availability of the training institutions to meet the needs of the sector. Basic entry level ECI training programmes take 9 months to complete.

What will to ECIs whose Boards or Management Committees are inactive?
It is strongly recommended that each ECI has a functioning Board or Management Committee as ECIs, like all other organizations, need management structure to operate effectively.

Under what condition would an ECI be ordered closed?
An ECI would be recommended to the Minister of Education and the Public Health Department for closure if there is a clear and present danger to the health and safety of the children, or if the ECI fails to respond to guidelines for improvement.

Who will pay for the equipment needed by an ECI to meet the requirements of the EC Act & Regulations?
The operator will be responsible for providing the funds to meet the needs of the ECI. These funds can be obtained from fees, fundraising activities or donations from other entities.