Early Childhood Education is the education of infants, toddlers and young children.

Early childhood education is vital as a child’s development is at its peak in the first five years of a child’s life. Understanding and controlling the environment of a child’s early years can greatly impact the growth of a child and prepare them to succeed in their growing years and beyond.

A Diploma in Early Childhood Education will teach you the essentials of early childhood development and education. You will develop a core knowledge of how a child learns and behaves, and how to appropriate teaching methods to cater to the child’s unique learning style.

A Diploma in Early Childhood Education requires at least 3 credits (C and above) at SPM, O-Level or equivalent.

For UEC students, you will need to have minimum of 3Bs including English.

To pursue a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, you need to have an SPM qualification or equivalent. You must also meet the minimum entry requirements of the college or university.

A Diploma in Early Childhood Education is typically 2 to 2.5 years long.

Upon completing a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, you will have several options:

• Enter the workforce immediately; or
• Pursue a Degree in Early Childhood Education, entering in Year 2

Once you complete a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, you can consider the following job options:

• Kindergarten (Tadika) Teacher
• Pre-school (Taska) Teacher
• Private / International School Teacher (Pre-school Level)

Alternatively, you can also consider continuing your education by pursuing a Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Different students may have different preferences when it comes to choosing the right college or university. Here are some questions to consider when making a decision.

• Is the institution’s Diploma in Early Childhood Education accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)?
• Do you understand the fees of the course, and are the costs affordable to you?
• Are you comfortable with the location of the college or university?
• Have you visited the campus, and do you like the campus environment and facilities?
• What support services does the institution have to help you in and beyond college / university?

Struggling to make a decision? Check out these 5 steps to finding the college that suits you best.

Not sure if studying a Diploma in Early Childhood Education is right for you? Here are some articles that may help:

• Your Guide to Studying Early Childhood Education in Malaysia
• The Ultimate Guide to Early Childhood Education [Infographic]
• 5 Practical Tips When Applying for College
• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best College Programme (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3)

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