Diploma in Early Childhood Education
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| Exam Body | Internal Diploma, Malaysia |
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| Course Duration | 30 months |
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| Part Time/Full Time | Full Time |
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| Fees | 19200/Course |
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| Fees (International Student) | Please contact us for more details |
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| Faculty | Faculty of Education and Languages (Department of Education) |
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| Conducted entirely in Malaysia | Yes |
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| Awarding Country | Malaysia |
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| Level of Study | Diploma Level |
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| Field of Study | Education (Teacher Training & Education Sciences) |
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| Course Description | To become qualified and certified, the Educator-Carer is required to have the Diploma in Early Childhood Education for personal and professional identity, and children, families and community.
- The DECE programme is appropriate with five qualities.
- An opportunity to learn and upgrade English proficiency to the level required for the degree or BECE (Hons) programme
- A balanced preparation for work in any early childhood settings as a result of the 8 week workplace practicum and empirical based course and fieldwork.
- Exceptionally strong in the social and psychological understanding of the child
- Caters to the needs of and facilitates the successful development of each Educator-Carer.
- Promotes the creativity and talents of Educator-Carers across ECCE settings and scenario, such as in arts, music, drama and constructions.
SCOPE AND CONTENTS
The 30 months programme is a study of 27 courses listed, which can be done in two years in accordance with MQA approval.
- 18 Core Major
- 3 Elective Major
- 2 Free Elective
- 4 MQA - MPU Compulsory Subjects
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| Curriculum |
SEMESTER 1: 14 WEEKS (5 SUBJECTS)
- DECE1013 Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings
- DECE1023 Social-Psychology of Child Studies
- DECE1033 ICT and Multimedia
- DECE1044 The Educators’ English language
- MQA/MPU1
SEMESTER 2: 7 WEEKS (3 SUBJECTS)
- DECE1074 Language Arts in Early Childhood
- DECE1084 Visual Arts Programme OR DECE 1094 Music Education Programme (Elective Major – Select 1)
- MQA/MPU2
SEMESTER 3: 14 WEEKS (5 SUBJECTS)
- DECE1054 Observation Study of Early Childhood Settings
- DECE1134 Health and Nutrition
- DECE1104 Mathematics and Science in Early Childhood
- DECE1114 Social Studies and Environment in Early Childhood
- DECE1144 Physical and Health Education
SEMESTER 4: 14 WEEKS (5 SUBJECTS)
- DECE1124 English Language Across Early Childhood Curriculum
- DECE2024 The Developing Child
- DECE2034 The Developing Reader
- DECE2154 Teaching Young Children BM
- DECE2084 Observation and Assessment of Young Children
SEMESTER 5: 7 WEEKS (1 SUBJECTS)
- DECE 2014 8-Week Practicum in Nursery and Kindergarten
SEMESTER 6: 14 WEEKS (5 SUBJECTS)
- DECE2103 Children and Play
- DECE2074 Early Childhood Education: Review and Reflection of Teaching Practice
- DECE2093 Development of Malaysian Education
- DECE2113 Child Development
- MQA/MPU3
SEMESTER 7: 14 WEEKS (3 SUBJECTS)
- DECE3013 Psychology of Education
- DECE3023 Sociology of Education
- MQA/MPU4
ASSESSMENT:
- To reflect the focus of the DECE programme on the education of the preschool teacher and edu-carer, the range of assessment modes reflects the aims of professional preparation and academic studies. The three general modes of assessment apply to most subjects.
- Mid-Term Test or Assignment or Practicum
- Portfolio or Journal or Inquiry Report
- Final Examination - Formative assessment constitutes 60-70% and examination is given 30- 40% of the overall mark
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| Entry Requirements | One of the following:
- SPM or SPMV or MCE with a minimum of three credits
- Other equivalent qualification as approved by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Candidates without SPM or MCE have the following options with MQA Approval:
- SPM or MCE 2 Credits and 3 Years Teaching Experience
- SPM or MCE 1 Credit and 5 Years Teaching Experience
- Refer to MQA Current Status
Candidates without SPM or MCE have one pathway, approved by MQA
- Qualifying test on BM, English and Mathematics; i.e. the APEL Route created by MQA.
- Refer to MQA Current Status Mature senior candidates with acceptable ECCE qualification, who fulfil the minimum requirements, are eligible to apply for advanced standing.
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| Intake Months | January, May, August |
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All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.
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