Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma
ONE YEAR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION (ECCEd.)
This programme is designed to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care and education to young children. The programme covers various aspects of ECCEd, including Child Development, Curriculum Design, Teaching Methods, and Assessment.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES:
- Explore career opportunities as a Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, Day-Care Caregiver or Assistant, and develop the foundational skills needed to establish an Early Childhood Care Centre.
- Observe children’s behaviour, document their progress and support their individual developmental needs.
- Understand the Growth, Development and Learning Needs of young children.
- Plan and conduct Engaging, Play-based Learning Activities suitable for Early Childhood.
- Use Storytelling, Rhymes, Music, Art, Games and Creative Activities to promote Holistic Child Development.
- Provide appropriate care related to children’s Health, Nutrition, Hygiene, Safety and Emotional Well-Being.
- Create safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environments for young children.
- Communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with families to support children’s development.
- Prepare teaching-learning materials and organise meaningful preschool activities.
- Manage daily routines and activities in preschool and day-care settings.
- Demonstrate the Professional Skills, Confidence and Practical Competencies required to work in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Explore career opportunities as a Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, Day-Care Caregiver or Assistant, and develop the foundational skills needed to establish an Early Childhood Care Centre.
Professional Benefits of the ECCEd Programme
The ECCEd (Early Childhood Care and Education) Certificate Programme equips learners with practical skills and professional competencies to pursue opportunities in the growing field of early childhood education and care.
Upon completion of the programme, learners can benefit from:
- Career Opportunities: Prepare for roles in preschools, nursery schools, kindergartens, day-care centres and early childhood learning centres.
- Professional Skill Development: Develop practical skills in activity-based teaching, storytelling, creative learning, child observation and classroom management.
- Day-Care Management Skills: Gain foundational competencies in planning daily routines and supporting children’s health, hygiene, nutrition, safety and well-being.
- Hands-on Learning Experience: Develop the ability to prepare teaching-learning materials and organise developmentally appropriate activities for young children.
- Enhanced Employability: Build the knowledge, confidence and practical skills valued by early childhood education and care settings.
- Career Flexibility: Explore opportunities as a preschool educator, early childhood care assistant, day-care caregiver or learning activity facilitator, subject to employers’ eligibility requirements.
- Entrepreneurial Opportunities: Acquire foundational knowledge to explore setting up or managing a preschool, day-care centre or early learning activity centre, subject to applicable regulations.
- Professional Growth: Build a foundation for further learning and specialisation in early childhood education, child development and related fields.
Build the skills to nurture young minds and take your first step towards a rewarding career in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Who Should Join?
- Teachers, aspiring Teachers who wish to have a rewarding career in the pre-primary segment.
- A guardian who wishes to impart appropriate education to their child during early years.
- School Principals, Administrators who wish to run their schools effectively
- Centre Co-ordinator for Play-School, Day-Care, Playgroups, etc.
- Aspiring trainers, Curriculum planners, and Course Coordinators in any training establishment.
- Entrepreneur/prospective Entrepreneur who wishes to excel in the preschool sector business
Course and Key Learning Areas
The one-year Certificate Programme in ECCEd. offers a blend of theoretical knowledge, practical competencies and field experience to prepare learners for working with young children.
| SEMESTER I — Foundations and Practice |
| C1. Foundations of ECCEd. C2. Child Development & Psychology C3. ECCEd. Curriculum & Pedagogy C4. Health, Nutrition & Safety EPC1. Enhancing Professional Competencies FI1. Field Immersion |
| SEMESTER II — Pedagogical Application and Professional Practice |
| C5. Foundational Literacy & Numeracy (FLN) C6. Inclusive & Equitable Practices in ECCEd. C7. Assessment, Observation & Documentation in ECCEd. C8. Family, Community Engagement & Digital Innovations EPC2. Enhancing Professional Competencies FI2. Field Immersion |
| Documents Required for Joining the Course |
| • Academic and Professional Credentials • Copy of your Appointment Letter (Current Institution Employed at) • Aadhar Card Copy • 3 Passport Size Photographs |
| Fee Structure of the Course |
| Academic Fee: Rs. 35,000 |
| Admissions Open · ECCEd. |
Early Childhood Care & Education
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‘Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership among students and become their role model” by Dr. A.P J. Abdul Kalam.
Teachers must understand that they are the builders of society and that society can only be formed if students are proficient in their subjects. They must also educate students with a perspective of life and impart the principles of values that the students should follow in the years ahead.
Professional development can help teachers learn to cooperate, innovate, and reflect on their work.
The only way to become a successful and excellent educationist is to learn, unlearn, and relearn. As a result, one of the most important goals of the Rahul Group is to nurture and develop good and effective educators. Together we can, and we will make a difference in society.’
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