Professional Degree in Early Childhood Education
Our Professional Degree in Early Childhood Education is a structured degree programme that aims to prepare students to play a more prominent role in early childhood education, including teaching classrooms from kindergarten through to primary school.
The programme covers the syllabus of our ECE certificate and diploma programmes in more detail to provide students deeper insights into their chosen vocation, with classes and lectures conducted by qualified lecturers with Masters from reputable Australian and Singaporean universities.
Our programme certificates are awarded by the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia - School of Professional and Continuing Education (UTMSPACE), which are recognised by the ECE industry in Singapore to equip students with relevant skills.
The 2 years 8 months programme aims to reinforce students’ fundamentals in Early Childhood Education, including interpersonal and communication skills needed to interact with young children, their families and communities with consideration for cultural diversity.
In addition, the programme aims to advance students’ understanding of children's physical, nutritional, and emotional care. Students will gain an understanding of the development of children's creative thinking and talents ranging from music, science, mathematics, sports, and social skills. Students will be required to complete coursework in classroom instruction and social-emotional education.
End-of-programme assessments of student learning outcomes consist of group and individual fieldwork project assignments. Students will also be evaluated in real-life early childhood education settings and a final examination.
1.A Foundation to Early Childhood Special Education
2.Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs
3.Curriculum Planning for Young Children with Special Needs
4.Social and Emotional Learning for Young Children
5.Adapting Learning Environments for Children with Special Needs
6.Issues and Challenges in Special Education
7.Reflect On and Improve Own Professional Practice
8.Participate in Workplace Health and Safety
9.Leadership in Early Childhood
10.Social Justice in Early Childhood Education
11.Engaging Space for Play
12.Environmental Awareness for Young Children
13.Children’s Play and Learning
14.Curriculum Planning for Children
15.Creative Learning Through Music and Movement
16.Literacy and ICT for Children
17.Science Education for Children
18.Physical Education & Social Competence for Early Childhood
19.Arts for Young Children
20.Supporting Mathematical Skills for Early Years
21.Professional Placement 1 (2 months to 3 years old)
22.Professional Placement 2 (4 to 6 years old)
23.Professional Development of Early Childhood Educators
24.Interpersonal Relationships and Communication
25.Health, Safety, Care and Nutrition
26.Introduction to Early Childhood Education History
27.Child Development
28.Observation & Assessment for Children
29.Design and Making of Teaching Materials for Children
30.Classroom & Behaviour Management
31.Partnership with Family, School and Community
32.Strategies for Inclusion of All Children
Career Opportunities
- Lead classroom teacher at kindergartens/primary schools/child care centres
- ECCE lecturer
- ECCE curriculum developer
- Educational toy consultant
Programme Duration
Part-Time Study: 2 years 8 months
Mode of Delivery
Lectures, discussions, role play, E-learning, self-study, face-face tutorials, practicals.
Trainer Support
Guidance will be provided by qualified professors and lecturers from reputable Australian and Singaporean universities.
The Professional Degree Programme is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers in the ECE industry and students preparing for further studies.
It is suitable for individuals who enjoy working in a fun and dynamic environment, seeking to infuse a fresh perspective into daily lives through the lens of children’s experiences.
- 21 years old and above
- A minimum of 3 credits at the SPM/UEC/O-Levels*
- A passed diploma in early childhood education from recognized institutions**
- Passing the student admission interview
* Students will begin in our 18-months Professional Diploma Programme before being eligible for transfer to the 18 months Professional Degree Programme.
** Credit exemption of up to 30% of the course modules is eligible to apply if the syllabus of the Diploma programme satisfied the requirements of our Professional Degree Programme (subject to approval from UTMSPACE).
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