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Course Overview

The Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) is designed for individuals who are passionate about shaping young minds and making a meaningful impact during the most crucial years of a child’s development. This programme provides students with the essential knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to become competent and caring early childhood educators.

The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, including child development, early learning theories, curriculum planning, classroom management, language and literacy, play-based learning, and special needs education. Students will also develop important professional skills in  communication, creativity, problem-solving, and child psychology.

Learning is supported through a combination of lectures, workshops, hands-on activities, and practicum placements in childcare centres and kindergartens. This ensures graduates are well-prepared with both theoretical understanding and real-world teaching experience.

Upon completion, graduates will be qualified to work in kindergartens, preschools, childcare centres, and enrichment programmes, or pursue further studies in a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Psychology, or related fields.

Curriculum

Programme Structure

Year 1

• Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• Early Literacy for Children
• Early Numeracy for Children
• Childcare, Health and Nutrition
• English for Children
• Early Science for Children
• Introduction to Child Development
• Pengenalan Bahasa Melayu untuk Kanak-kanak
• Technology and ICT for Children
• Curriculum in Childhood Education
• Art and Craft
• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
• Growth Mindset
• English language
• Fundamentals of Information Technology
• Fundamentals of Management
• Introduction to Psychology
  
  Year 2
• Physical Education for Children
• Child Behavior and Classroom Management
• Spiritual and Moral Development in Children
• Special Needs in Children
• Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
• Parental Involvement in Childhood Education
• First Aid for Children
• Early Childhood Education Policies and Services
• Principles of Managing Early Childhood Institution
• Practicum 1 (Nursery)
• Practicum 2 (Kindergarten)
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Entrepreneurship Skills
• Fundamentals of Marketing

Entry Requirements

SPM/O- Level
Pass SPM or equivalent with 3 credits in any subject
STPM/A-level
Pass STPM with a minimum of GGP 2.00 (Grade C) in any subject, or its equivalent
STAM
Pass STAM with at least grade of Maqbul in any subject; or its equivalent
Certificate
Pass in relevant Certificate with at least minimum of CGPA 2.00
SKM
Pass SKM with Level 3 in Early Childhood Care/Preschool
Others
Other equivalent qualification approved by the government of Malaysia

Career Prospects

• Preschool / Kindergarten Teacher
• Childcare Centre Educator
• Nursery Teacher
• Teaching Assistant in Early Years Programmes
• Curriculum Planner / Lesson Coordinator for Early Childhood Centres
• Special Needs Support Teacher (with further training)