Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Overview

Is Early Childhood Education for You?

Delve into the fundamental knowledge required for a fulfilling career in Early Childhood Education (ECE). This programme promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the major aspects of a child's physical and mental growth.

Designed to equip graduates for any ECE setting, our Diploma in Early Childhood Education ensures you're ready to create an engaging, safe, and developmentally suitable environment for young learners. Students in this programme are able to practice their teaching skills with complete facilities on campus, including mock classrooms.

Programme Pathway

Graduates from this programme may also further their studies in our Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood Education programme. 

Career Impact

Career Prospect

Our Diploma in Early Childhood Education prepares graduates for roles such as:

• Pre-school teachers
• School teachers
• Education consultants

Career Organisation

Graduates can find opportunities in:

• Preschool
• Primary school
• International and private schools
• Daycare centres
• Consultation centres

Course Structure

Course Description

The Diploma in Early Childhood Education programme at University of Cyberjaya is structured to allow graduates to apply the necessary knowledge and skills to be able to provide quality teaching to young learners.

Year 1

• Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• Development of Malaysian Preschool Curriculum
• Human Growth and Development
• Principles of Teaching and Learning in ECE
• Technology in Early Childhood Education
• Guiding Children (Observation and Assessment)
• Arts and Creativity in Early Childhood Education
• Classroom and Behavioural Management
  (Spiritual and Moral values)
• Personal and Professional Development
• Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
• Learning Disabilities

Year 2

• Early Mathematics for Children
• Music Appreciation and Movement in ECE
• Leadership in ECE
• Management in Early Childhood Education
• Early Science for Children
• Child and Adolescent Development
• Early Childhood Policies and Services
• Language and Literacy in ECE
• The Child, Family and Community Relations in ECE
• Safety, Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
• Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education
• Communication and Persuasion in Early Childhood Education

Year 3

• Practicum 1 (Nursery)
• Practicum 2 (Kindergarten)