Leikskólastarf I og íslenska - Dagnám

Do you want to work with children in kindergarten but don't have enough skills in Icelandic?
This course is part 1 of 2
The second part, Leikskólastarf II, starts in October 2026

All participants will be invited to an interview

For whom
The program is intended for individuals who want to work in a kindergarten but need stronger skills in the Icelandic language.

As all kindergarten staff, students must present a criminal record certificate from their home country.

Goals:

  • Empower participants to use the Icelandic language while working with children
  • Increase competency to work professionally with children
  • Participate in various workshops focused on practical learning
  • Gain practice experience through vocational training in kindergarten

Teaching methods:
Workshop taught at MSS and at workplaces collaborating with MSS.

Assessment:
Assessment will be based on practical exercises and active participation.

Duration:
Total 128 hours

The program starts 24 of August 2026 and ends on 16 December 2026.
Classes are held on weekdays from 8:30 - 13:00.

Taught according to a certified curriculum from the Icelandic Centre for Education (Fræðslumiðstöð atvinnulífsins).
The program is funded by the Directorate of Labour (Vinnumálastofnun).

Union study funds may apply in your case.

Further information:

Hólmfríður and Linda
Tel: +354 4217500
Email: namskeid@mss.is  

Price:
Total price for both Leikskólastarf and Icelandic course is 111.500 kr. 
( Leikskólastarf 52.000 kr. and Icelandic 59.500 kr.)

The price of the program published is subject to changes

Verð: 111.500
Tímabil: 24. ágúst - 2. október

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