- Institution : MI College
- Course Category: Teaching
- Intake: January, March, May, June and September
- Duration: 12 months
- Language: English
- MQA Level: 5
- Delivery Medium: Face to Face and E-learning
- Awarding Body: MI Collage
Entry Requirement
- General Entry Criteria
- Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education (A/L 2 passes).OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program
- Alternative Entry Criteria
- Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program* OR
- 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program.
- BTEC Level 3 Qualification
Course Modules
Units:
Semester 1
- Science in early childhood education I
- Creative arts for young children
- Social science in early childhood education
- Early childhood health and physical education
- Role of play in early childhood education
Semester 2
- Introduction to Special Education
- Teaching and learning studies
- Teaching Numeracy in Early Childhood Education I
- Early childhood field studies Practicum II
Course Fee
Monthly Fees : MVR 1,880
Admission Fees : MVR 500
Course Description
The Diploma in Early Childhood Education is designed to equip students with the skills, abilities and confidence needed to become early childhood teachers.
The qualification covers theories related to child development, pedagogical approaches appropriate for early childhood education as well as content areas that are necessary for the holistic development of children.
Apart from this, students will also gain valuable practical experiences in early childhood classrooms as they work with experienced teachers.
As a result of the knowledge, and skills developed through the course, the students would understand what it means to be an early childhood educator who embodies the highest standards of professionalism in their work with children, families and colleagues.
