Diploma In Early Childhood Education (DECE)

Diploma Pendidikan Awal Kanak-Kanak

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION


MOHE/MQA Code: 
R2/143/4/0221 5/23 (A8330)
Level of Study: 
Diploma

The SIDMA College Diploma in Early Childhood Education program is designed to provide students with the necessary creative skills and practical knowledge as a competent Early Childhood Educator. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped to apply their knowledge and understanding to design learning experiences that align with children's developmental needs. They will also possess the skills to establish, provide, and sustain safe, healthy, and nurturing environments that foster children's growth and learning. Furthermore, graduates will demonstrate unwavering professionalism by upholding values, attitudes, and ethical standards, and they will communicate effectively with children, colleagues, families, and the broader community. Additionally, they will employ problem-solving techniques, engage in self-reflection, utilize scientific methods, and promote creative thinking in their approach to caring for and educating young children. Graduates will adeptly source, select, and apply information to enhance early learning and personal development, all while showcasing essential managerial and entrepreneurial skills tailored to the unique demands of early childhood settings.

Career Prospects

Teacher   •   Children's Event Organizer   •   Entrepreneur   •   Childcare Assistant   •   Childcare Owner   •   Children Book Writer   •   Storyteller •   Counsellor  •   Family Childcare Provider  •   Game Creater   •   Business Owner •   Social Worker •   Child Specialist  • ECE Lecturer • Game Designer •  Inventor • Program Creator • Theme park designer •  TV Program producer  •  Education Influencer • 

Course Duration

  • 2 and half years (7 semesters)

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Entry Requirements

  • 3 credits at SPM/SPM(V) level, OR
  • Pass in SMA / SMU III (Indonesia) or High School Diploma (Philippines) or 3 passes at O-Level OR
  • Obtained a SIDMA Colege Certificate in Business Studies, OR
  • Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government
  • Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) application must fulfil the following criteria;
    • 20 years and above in the year of application.
    • Possess relevant working experience / prior experiential learning
    • Pass the APEL Assessment for Diploma level

 

YEAR 1

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan or Skills Enhancement
  • Basic ICT
  • Children Growth & Development
  • Early Learning & Early Environment
  • Language Communication & Literacy
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2
  • Guiding Young Children
  • Music & Creative Movements
  • Introduction to Organisational Behaviour from Malaysia Perspectives
  • Health, Safety & Nutrition
  • Special Needs for Exceptional Children
  • Play in Early Childhood Education
  • Classroom English for Teachers

Year 2

  • Public Speaking or Khidmat Masyarakat
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Curriculum Planning & Development
  • Early Mathematics
  • Early Science
  • Pendidikan Kerohanian & Moral
  • Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
  • Creative Arts
  • Children Literature
  • Programme Planning & Development
  • Entrepreneurship Skills
  • Administration & Management in Early Childhood Education
  • Partnering with Families
  • Partnering with Communities
  • Quality of Early Childhood Education Teacher
  • Early Childhood Educator

Year 3

  • Practicum

Diploma Pendidikan Awal Kanak-Kanak

(Diploma in Early Childhood Education)

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