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