Diploma in Early Childhood Education
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES
(N-DL/0112/4/0089)(08/29)(MQA/PA17774)
COURSE OVERVIEW
In a society in which education of young children is recognized as being the foundation for their future learning, this early childhood field now demands well-qualified and dedicated practitioners with a sound understanding of the learning needs of young children.
The objective is to provide students with a strong basis in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to early childhood education, as well as contemporary and pertinent teaching methods necessary for the development of the next generation. Upon completion, graduates will receive an accredited qualification by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Graduates will have the option to pursue a variety of career paths, including entrepreneurship, teaching, curriculum development, writing, toy design, and many others, with virtually limitless opportunities available to them.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
PROGRAMME DURATION (YEAR)
CREDIT HOURS
25 ACADEMIC MODULES
2 PRACTICUMS
4 MPU MODULES
PROGRAMME INFORMATION
In general, Diploma in Early Childhood Education’s courses are grouped
into the following 5 categories.
Understanding Young Children
- Philosophy and Early Childhood Development in Malaysia
- Knowing How Young Children Grow and Learn
- Understanding Young Children With Special Needs
- Program for Infants and Toddlers
- Young Children & Play Development
- Observing & Assessing Young Children’s Development
- Catering for Diversity in Young Learners
- Safety & Health
- Nutrition & Hygiene
Educating Young Children
- Young Children and Language Literacy
- Young Children and Mathematics
- Young Children and Science
- Young Children and Technology
- Young Children and The Arts: Music, Movement & Drama
- Young Children and The Visual Arts
- Young Children and Physical Education
Personal & Professional Development
- Professional Skills for the Preschool Teacher
- Program Planning and Strategic Teaching
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Practicum 1
- Practicum 2
Management of Young Children’s Programme
- Family and Community 1
- Family and Community 2
- Creating Learning Spaces for Young Children
- Classroom and Behaviour Management
- Effective Management in Early Care and Education
Compulsory MPU Modules (Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A or English for Reading and Writing
- Inclusive Education in Malaysia
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Pass SPM/O-Level/IGCSE with a minimum of 3 credits
- A minimum of Grade B in 3 subjects for UEC
- Pass in related field in SKM Level 3
- Pass Certificate in Early Childhood Education from other institutions
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
WHO IS THIS FOR?
- Career-changers
- Early Childhood Educators
- Childcare Entrepreneurs
- Caregivers
DESIGNED FOR DEDICATED EDUCATORS
At DIKA College, our visionaries always strive for excellence. Our purpose is to equip like-minded individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge for a rapidly changing industry.
Together, we aspire towards making a positive impact in the lives of young hearts by nurturing and shaping young minds.
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