Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Course ID
(R2/143/4/0034)(08/29)(MQA/FA2108)
Campus
SEGi College Kota Damansara
Level of Study
Diploma

The Diploma programme is aimed at preparing learners to meet the demands and challenges of the teaching profession at childcare centres and pre-schools for both public and private sectors. It is structured to enable graduates to acquire competencies in identifying the teaching and learning approaches for young children, and to be reflectively and professionally engaged in teaching-learning processes and experiences, curriculum planning, and aspects of management.

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Entry requirements

SPM / O-Level or equivalent: Minimum of 3 credits
UEC (Unified Examination Certificate): Minimum of 3 credits
SKM Level 3 in a related field
MQA-APEL T4: Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for applicants aged 19 and above

Programme structure and modules

Year 1

Understanding the Child’s Growth & Development
Effective Play and Learning Spaces in Early Childhood Education
Physical Education and Health Care in Early Childhood Education
Academic English
Inclusion, Diversity and Special Needs in Early Childhood Education
Curriculum Planning & Development in Early Childhood Education
Creativity in Early Childhood Education
Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
Safety and Well-being in Early Childhood Education
Applied Digital Skills
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (local students) / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (international students)

Year 2

Global Citizenship in Early Childhood Education
Positive Child Guidance in Early Childhood Education
Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
Science, Technology and Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
Growth Mindset / Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Spiritual and Moral Values in Early Childhood Education
An Introduction to Montessori Pedagogy / Risky Play and Resilience in Early Childhood Education
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Administration and Management in Early Childhood Education
Co-Curriculum: Sustainability Thinking
Partnering with Families and Community in Early Childhood Education
Professisonalism in Early Childhood Education

Year 3

Practicum 1
Practicum 2

* For Malaysian students who do not have credit in SPM BM

Financial Aid / Funding

PTPTN+

– Get additional education funds with minimal interest to cover the shortfall of PTPTN

EduFlex

– Designed for adult learners, enjoy education loans with interest as low as 4%!

Career oppurtunities

As graduates, you may look forward to a fulfilling career in the following early childhood-related fields such as teaching, ownership or management of a childcare or nursery, pre-school management consultancy, employment within international schools.

Information on Accreditation

MQA Registration No. (PA/A) : MQA/FA 2108
MOE Code : R/143/4/0034
MOE Validity Period : 13.08.17 – 12.08.22
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Intakes & Orientation Dates

Full Time Mode Intakes
14/1/2025 20/5/2025 9/9/2025 
Orientation Dates
13/1/2025 19/5/2025 8/9/2025
  Weekend Mode Intakes
18/1/2025 24/5/2025 13/9/2025
Orientation Dates
18/1/2025 24/5/2025 13/9/2025