Ocean Bird Foundation International (OBF) is a great example of how non-governmental organizations (NGOs) can complement the formal education system. As a corporate member of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH), OBF offers courses that are Continuing Professional Development (CPD) verified by SAIOSH²³.
Here’s how OBF fits into the broader educational landscape:
- Governance:
- Ministry of Education: Oversees formal schooling, setting standards and curricula.
- Ocean Bird Foundation: Operates independently, focusing on specialized training in healthcare assistant, occupational safety and health.
- Purpose:
- Ministry of Education: Provides a standardized educational framework for all students.
- Ocean Bird Foundation: Offers specialized training and CPD courses to enhance professional skills in healthcare assistant, occupational safety and health.
- Target Audience:
- Ministry of Education: Serves school-aged children within the public school system.
- Ocean Bird Foundation: Targets professionals in the field of occupational safety and health, as well as individuals seeking specialized training.
By offering CPD-verified courses, OBF helps professionals maintain and develop their skills, ensuring they meet industry standards and remain effective in their roles². This supplementary education is crucial for filling gaps that the formal education system may not cover, particularly in specialized fields like healthcare assistant, occupational safety and health.
Would you like to know more about the specific courses OBF offers?
Source: Conversation with Copilot, 11/09/2024
(1) Accreditation 2021 – OCEAN BIRD FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL. https://oceanbirdacademy.co.zw/accreditation-2021/.
(2) Ocean Bird Foundation International – Bulawayo. https://www.zimbabweyp.com/company/107147/Ocean_Bird_Foundation_International.
(3) What our graduates say – OCEAN BIRD FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL. https://oceanbirdacademy.co.zw/.
(4) Visit us now-OCEAN BIRD FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL. https://oceanbirdacademy.co.zw/elementor-30/.