The National Academy for Childhood Development, part of Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, has opened registration for its Childhood Development Diploma for students from the UAE and abroad, equipping future professionals with the skills to support child development, safety and mental health.

The Childhood Development Diploma is open to male and female students from UAE and abroad aged 18 and over, requires high school certificates and proficiency in both Arabic and English and includes a comprehensive scholarship, including covering tuition fees and living costs.

Students must work in the UAE child development sector for 18 months after graduation and applications open until 28 June 2023 via nacd.ac.ae.