Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)

The Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education is a professionally designed program that provides foundational knowledge and practical competencies essential for nurturing the development and learning of children from birth to eight years of age. The course covers key areas such as child development, early learning pedagogies, health and nutrition, and the creation of safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments. Emphasizing play-based and child-centred approaches, the program prepares participants to support young children’s holistic growth in diverse early childhood settings, including preschools, daycare centres, and community-based programs. It serves as a strong foundation for individuals seeking to pursue advanced studies or a career in early childhood education.

Programme Objectives

To provide a foundational understanding of early childhood development across physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains.
To develop competencies in planning and delivering age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences that support holistic child development.
To ensure knowledge of essential health, nutrition, and safety practices within early childhood settings.
To promote inclusive and culturally responsive approaches that address the diverse needs of children and families.
To strengthen communication, observation, and documentation skills essential for effective engagement with children, families, and communities.

Admission Requirements

12 Years of Education in any Field
15 Credit Hours course work

Scheme of Study

Course code	Courses	Credit
ECIE5002	Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Education	2
ECGD5023	Child Growth and Development	3
ECSN5033	Health, Safety and Nutrition	2
ECCD5062	Young Children in the Digital Era	2
ECCM5112	Classroom Management of Early Years of Children (2) Teaching in Diverse Society (1)	3
ECAP5123	Art and Craft in ECCE	3
Total Credits		15