Diploma in Early Childhood Education

The Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, offered by the Faculty of Social Science, Arts, and Humanities, equips students with academic and technical skills across various areas. Recognizing the critical importance of early childhood education, particularly in the first three years of life, the program focuses on preparing children for academic success, promoting mental health, and enhancing self-sufficiency in adulthood. In Malaysia, there is a commitment to providing quality education to young children, emphasizing the development of skills in teaching, assessment, curriculum content, arts and music, learning pedagogy, and health and safety. Graduates of the program are prepared to become professionally trained educators and preschool teachers, with the option to further their studies in the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECE) (Hons) Program. With skills tailored for teaching children aged 0-8 years, diploma holders can pursue careers as educators in various subjects, including science, commerce, and basic learning.

1. Passed the Certificate of Education Malaysia (SPM) with at least three credits in the course or equivalent; Or
2. Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) with at least a C grade (CGPA 2.0) in any subject or equivalent; OR
3. Passed the Malaysian Higher Certificate of Religion (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul; OR
4. Pass the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) (Level 3 MOH) in Early Childhood / Preschool and passed Education SPM with at least one (1) credit in any subject; OR
5. Pass the Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3 MOH) or equivalent; OR
6. Other recognized qualifications equivalent to it by the Government of Malaysia.

English Requirements :
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPs must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- English Language Across the Early Childhood Curriculum
- Social-Psychology of Child Studies
- Children with Special Needs
- Observation and Assessment in Early years
- Establishing Relations with Parents and Society
- Language, Communication and Literacy
- Social Studies and Environment in Early Childhood
- Care, Early Interaction and Pedagogy
- Spiritual and Morality in Early Childhood Education
- Elective: Malaysian Studies / Malay Language Communication
- Language Arts in Early Childhood
- Music Appreciation in Early Childhood Education
- Creative Problem Solving
- Child Growth and Development
- Children Literature
- Pedagogy: Supporting Development in the Early Years
- Early Mathematics
- Constitution and Community
- Administration of Early Childhood Education
- Contemporary Perspectives of Learning and Development for Early Childhood
- Curriculum, Planning and Development for Early Childhood Education
- Health, Safety and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
- Early Education: Philosophy & Practices
- Science and Technology in Early Childhood Education
- Families and Community Involvement in Early Childhood Education
- Nurture creativity in children
- Behavior Guiding Young Children
- Co-Curriculum
- Teaching Practicum I
- Teaching Practicum II