Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL)
George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
2.5 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Jan, Jun, Aug
Tuition Fees
RM20,700
Course Highlights
- Strong ties with a wide range of childcare centres and kindergartens for your placement during practicum, allowing you to explore employment opportunities upon graduation
- Learn from a combination of both passionate and nurturing lecturers, who are well qualified and experienced in the ECE industry
- Gain substantial practicum exposure and hands-on experience working alongside professional teachers in the industry
- Established global partnerships with an express pathway for you to pursue your final year degree programme at various renowned universities
Course Structure
- Foundations of Early Childhood Education
- Child Development 1
- Positive Behaviour Management
- Language and Early Literacy
- Creative Expressions Through Art and Drama
- Physical Education for Young Children
- Programme Planning and Implementation
- Observation and Assessment of Young Children
- Infant and Toddler Care
- Teaching Social Studies to Young Children
- Play in Early Childhood Education
- Partnership with Families and the Community
- Teaching Mathematics to Young Children
- Creative Expressions Through Music and Movement
- Child Development 2
- Guidance of Young Children
- Children with Special Needs
- Foundations of Professional Practice
- The National Preschool Standard Curriculum
- Child's Health, Safety and Nutrition
- Technology in Early Childhood Education
- Entrepreneurship and Early Childhood Administration
- English Enhancement
- Teaching Young Children with Learning Disabilities
Practical:
- Practicum I: Block Practice in Childcare Centre (TASKA)
- Practicum II: Block Practice in Preschool/Kindergarten (TADIKA)
Entry Requirements
- SPM: Min. 3 credits in any subjects
- O Level/IGCSE: Min. 3 credits in any subjects
- STPM: Min. Grade C in any subjects
- ICCE General Certificate: Min. 80% in 5 subjects
- APEL (A) Certificate
- Other Qualifications: Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) or Malaysian Government will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM1,100
Tuition fees
RM20,700
Other miscellaneous fees
RM3,700
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM24,700
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