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DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

MOHE/MQA Code: (R3/0112/4/0021) 05/28 (MQA/A8330)
Level of Study: Diploma

The SIDMA College Diploma in Early Childhood Education program is designed to provide students with the necessary creative skills and practical knowledge as a competent Early Childhood Educator. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped to apply their knowledge and understanding to design learning experiences that align with children's developmental needs. They will also possess the skills to establish, provide, and sustain safe, healthy, and nurturing environments that foster children's growth and learning. Furthermore, graduates will demonstrate unwavering professionalism by upholding values, attitudes, and ethical standards, and they will communicate effectively with children, colleagues, families, and the broader community. Additionally, they will employ problem-solving techniques, engage in self-reflection, utilize scientific methods, and promote creative thinking in their approach to caring for and educating young children. Graduates will adeptly source, select, and apply information to enhance early learning and personal development, all while showcasing essential managerial and entrepreneurial skills tailored to the unique demands of early childhood settings.

Career Prospects

Teacher • Children's Event Organizer • Entrepreneur • Childcare Assistant • Childcare Owner • Children Book Writer • Storyteller • Counsellor • Family Childcare Provider • Game Creater • Business Owner • Social Worker • Child Specialist • ECE Lecturer • Game Designer • Inventor • Program Creator • Theme park designer • TV Program producer • Education Influencer •

Course Duration

2 and half years (7 semesters)

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Entry Requirements

3 credits at SPM/SPM(V) level, OR
Pass in SMA / SMU III (Indonesia) or High School Diploma (Philippines) or 3 passes at O-Level OR
Obtained a SIDMA Colege Certificate in Business Studies, OR
Any other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) application must fulfil the following criteria;
- 20 years and above in the year of application.
- Possess relevant working experience / prior experiential learning
- Pass the APEL Assessment for Diploma level

YEAR 1

Bahasa Kebangsaan or Skills Enhancement
Basic ICT
Children Growth & Development
Early Learning & Early Environment
Language Communication & Literacy
Pengajian Malaysia 2
Guiding Young Children
Music & Creative Movements
Introduction to Organisational Behaviour from Malaysia Perspectives
Health, Safety & Nutrition
Special Needs for Exceptional Children
Play in Early Childhood Education
Classroom English for Teachers

Year 2

Public Speaking or Khidmat Masyarakat
Observation & Assessment
Curriculum Planning & Development
Early Mathematics
Early Science
Pendidikan Kerohanian & Moral
Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
Creative Arts
Children Literature
Programme Planning & Development
Entrepreneurship Skills
Administration & Management in Early Childhood Education
Partnering with Families
Partnering with Communities
Quality of Early Childhood Education Teacher
Early Childhood Educator

Year 3

Practicum