NERDC Primary 4 Pre-Vocational Studies 2025 Edition

Description

NERDC Primary 4 Pre-Vocational Studies Scheme of Work 2025 Edition

The official NERDC Primary 4 Pre-Vocational Studies Scheme of Work – September 2025 Edition. This comprehensive curriculum, developed by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), is aligned with the Revised Basic Education Curriculum (BEC).

Designed to lay a solid foundation for vocational and entrepreneurial skills, this scheme covers Agriculture and Home Economics while promoting practical learning, collaborative skills, and environmental awareness.

Key Topics Covered

Theme 1: Concept of Agriculture

• Meaning, Importance, and Scope of Agriculture – Understanding agriculture and its role in society.

• Soil Classification and Enrichment – Exploring soil types, their importance, and methods for enriching soil.

• Vocational Skills in Agriculture – Hands-on skills in crop production, animal husbandry, and agriculture-related vocations.

• Safety Precautions and Maintenance of Agricultural Tools – Correct use and care of agricultural tools.

Learning Outcome: Develop a positive attitude towards agriculture and the application of farming knowledge.

Theme 2: Home Economics

• Personal Grooming and Use of Cosmetics – Caring for personal hygiene and grooming, including the use of safe cosmetics.

• Care of Personal Clothing – Understanding how to properly take care of clothing and fabrics.

• Food Classification and Functions – Classifying food, understanding nutrients, and their functions for healthy living.

• Job and Career Opportunities in Home Economics – Identifying career paths such as tailoring, confectionery, and other home economics-related professions.

Learning Outcome: Develop positive attitudes toward home economics practices and careers, while enhancing personal and family life management.

Why Teachers and Students Need This Pack

• In-depth coverage of essential vocational subjects including Agriculture and Home Economics.

• Builds foundational skills for entrepreneurship and self-reliance.

• Promotes positive attitudes toward vocational careers and work ethics.

• Integrates ICT competencies with hands-on learning activities for a 21st-century classroom.

• Focuses on practical skills, such as planting, weeding, grooming, and safety in handling tools.

• Provides step-by-step learning outcomes and evaluation guides for both students and teachers.