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.
Year 1
- Professional Development of Early Childhood Educators
- Interpersonal Relationships and Communication
- Health, Safety, Care and Nutrition
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education History
- Child Development
- Observation & Assessment for Children
- Children’s Play and Learning
- Curriculum Planning for Children
- Creative Learning Through Music and Movement
- Literacy and ICT for Children
- Science Education for Children
- Design and Making of Teaching Materials for Children
Year 2
- Classroom & Behaviour Management
- Physical Education & Social Competence for Early Childhood
- Arts for Young Children
- Professional Placement 1 (2 months to 3 years old)
- Supporting Mathematical Skills for Early Years
- Engaging Space for Play
- Environmental Awareness for Young Children
- Social and Emotional Learning for Young Children
- Partnership with Family, School and Community
- Strategies for Inclusion of All Children
- A Foundation to Early Childhood Special Education
- Introduction to Young Children with Special needs
Year 3
- Contribute to the curriculum planning for young children with special needs
- Contemporary issues and challenges in special education for children
- Adapting Learning environments for children with special needs
- Participate in workplace health and safety
- Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- Leadership in Early Childhood
- Social Justice in Early Childhood Education
- Professional Placement 2 (4 to 6 years old)
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 50% 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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