Diploma in
Early Childhood Education
(Conventional)

Veritas University College

Here's the BIG Picture

If you have dreams of becoming a teacher, or working with young children, you may want to pursue a career in early childhood education.  

The early years of a child's life are crucial for laying the groundwork for their future success, and you can be at the forefront of this transformative journey. As an early childhood educator, you'll play a vital role in nurturing children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. With our conventional Diploma in Early Childhood Education, you'll acquire specialised skills tailored for guiding and supporting young learners during these critical formative years. 

Are you ready to help lead the generation of tomorrow?

With this Course, You Will:

  • Be equipped with mandatory qualification, as required by the Malaysian government, for staff employed in licensed early childhood centres (kindergartens and childcare centres)
  • Be qualified with an MQA approved programme which includes IR4.0 elements (digital transformation)
  • Be highly sought-after by early childhood specialists. Learn about the scientific and theoretical underpinnings of psychology

      How Do I Get In?

      • SPM/IGCSE or equivalent – 3 credits
      • STPM – minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject or equivalent
      • STAM I minimum grade of Maqbul
      • A pass in SKM Level 3 and pass SPM with One (1) credit OR 
      • A pass in UEC with at least Grade B in any 5 subjects OR
      • Any MQA approved certificate or equivalent
      • Qualifications recognized by the University senate. 

      COURSE MODULES

      Year 1

      - Child Growth and Development
      - Introduction to Early Childhood Education
      - Early Learning and Early Environment
      - Play in Early Childhood Education
      - Guiding Young Children
      - Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
      - Music, Movement and Drama in Early Childhood Education
      - Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
      - Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
      - Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
      - Arts and Crafts in Early Childhood Education
      - Special Needs in Early Childhood Education

      Year 2

      - Partnering with Families in Early Childhood Education
      - Partnering with Community in Early Childhood Education
      - Curriculum Planning and Development
      - Science and Technology for Early Childhood Education
      - Spiritual and Moral Values in Early Childhood Education
      - Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
      - Programme Planning and Development in Early Childhood Education
      - Administration and Management in Early Childhood Education
      - Practicum (TASKA & TADIKA)

      Electives

      - English for Early Childhood Education
      - Online Teaching for Early Childhood Education

      MPU Modules

      - Entrepreneurial Skills
      - Community Service 1
      - Malaysian Studies 2 (Malaysian Students)
      - Malay Communication 1 (International Students)
      - Organisational Behaviour in Multi-ethnic Society in Malaysia 1

      Tuition Fees

      Malaysian Student

      International Student

      All inclusive fee:
      RM16,900

      All inclusive fee:
      RM19,900

      Why choose
      Veritas University College?

      At Veritas, we are constantly re-thinking the learning process and leveraging on efficiency, technology and strategic partnerships to provide a holistic next gen educational journey for our students. Veritas is also committed to pushing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by continuously developing world class programmes at some of the most affordable fees available in the market. As a result of our far-reaching efforts, Veritas has received the BrandLaureate Best Brand in Online Education award for 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 in recognition of our exceptional academic and co-curricular experience.

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