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Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education

Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education (DECDE) is a 1-year diploma course in School of Education, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 101,500.

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Overview

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION

Course overview

Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education (DECDE) is offered as a 12 months course at FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE and is examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate of completion is issued upon completion of the course.

This programme will offer skills in languages, basic mathematics, children development, Human and child rights, psychology and administration. This course is meant to create teachers specialized in training children. The course graduates are best suit to teach kindergarten and nursery schools.

What is the minimum grade required to do a Diploma in Diploma in early childhood development and education?

In order to enroll and study in diploma in early childhood development and education, a student should have a minimum of C- in their KCSE exams.

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

Program goals

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

  • Appreciate the rationale and objectives of Early Childhood Education in Kenya.

  • Acquire requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes t enable them understand the growth and development of the children.

  • Identify, develop and utilize resources or instruction in teaching and learning.

  • Learn how to promote children’s health and nutritional needs

Career opportunities

  • Pre-school teacher

  • Kindergarten and elementary school teacher

  • Nanny

  • Childcare Centre director

  • Child care worker

  • Special education teacher

Reasons you should take this course

  • Gain knowledge of development milestones

  • Understand the early learning process

  • Learn relationship building skills

  • Provide a hands on learning experience

What we offer

Finstock evarsity college offers a wide range of courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resources!

Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.

Enrol and study in one of the best online Education schools in the world. Listen to the advice of the best. Participate in training sessions with industry experts to learn more about your career options. Take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at Finstock Evarsity college for the best learning experience.

 

 

 

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What you will study

Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education

Semester one

Module I

  1. Philosophical, Sociological, and Historical Foundation of ECDE
  2. Curriculum Development
  3. General Psychology
  4. Guidance and Counseling
  5. Personality Development
  6. Child Growth and Development I
  7. Child Growth and Development II
  8. Child Development III_Pre_Adolescent and Adolescent

Semester 2 

Module II

  1. Childs Rights and Child Protection
  2. Health, Nutrition and Care
  3. Children in Need of Special Protection
  4. Community Development
  5. Training and Management of ECDE Programmes
  6. Research Monitoring and Evaluation

 Semester 3

Module III

  1. General Methods of Teaching Young Children and Material Development
  2. Language Activities
  3. Mathematics Activities
  4. Music and Movement Activities
  5. Science Activities
  6. Physical and Psychomotor Activities
  7. Social Studies Activities
  8. Creative Activities
  9. Teaching Practice

1st year, 1st trimester

  1. ECDE101 Philosophical, Sociological, And Historical Foundation Of ECDE
  2. ECDE102 Curriculum Development
  3. ECDE103 General Psychology
  4. ECDE104 Guidance And Counseling
  5. ECDE105 Personality Development
  6. ECDE201 Child Growth And Development I
  7. ECDE202 Child Growth And Development II
  8. ECDE308 Science Activities

1st year, 2nd trimester

  1. ECDE203 Child Development III_Pre_Adolescent And Adolescent
  2. ECDE204 Childs Rights And Child Protection
  3. ECDE205 Health, Nutrition And Care
  4. ECDE206 Children In Need Of Special Protection
  5. ECDE301 Community Development
  6. ECDE302 Training And Management Of ECDE Programmes
  7. ECDE303 Research Monitoring And Evaluation

1st year, 3rd trimester

  1. ECDE304 General Methods Of Teaching Young Children And Material Development
  2. ECDE305 Language Activities
  3. ECDE306 Mathematics Activities
  4. ECDE307 Music And Movement Activities
  5. ECDE309 Physical And Psychomotor Activities
  6. ECDE310 Social Studies Activities
  7. ECDE311 Creative Activities
  8. ECDE312 Teaching Practice

Fees

ItemAmount
RegistrationKES 1,000
AdministrationKES 5,000
Internal examsKES 15,000
TuitionKES 80,500
TotalKES 101,500

Paying in instalments

All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over 3 trimesters, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.

TrimesterTotal per trimester
Trimester 1KES 33,833.33 ($ 338.33)
Trimester 2KES 33,833.33 ($ 338.33)
Trimester 3KES 33,833.33 ($ 338.33)
TotalKES 101,500 ($ 1,015)

The trimester fee of KES 33,833.33 ($ 338.33) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 11,277.78 ($ 112.78).

Requirements

Entry requirements

C-

Practical requirements

The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

Good to know

  • All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
  • Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).

Instructors

  • PAULA KALUU WAMBUA
  • HANNAH NJOKI KIMANI
  • DAVID WEKESA WANYAMA
  • SIMON KIMARU MURIUKI
  • NELLY MUCHOOI
  • EMMAH GATHONI KIMANI
  • JAMES MBURU KIMANI
  • JOSEPHINE NAIYANOI LEMAYAN
  • RHODAH MUTENDE
  • MEKDES ASSEFA YESIGAT
  • MAGDALINE MATOKA
  • DUNCAN OGOTI MOGIRE
  • SHELDON TITUS
  • CPA JOSAIAH WAFULA WABWOBA
  • MADALINE NAFULA SIMIYU
  • STEPHEN MAKOKHA WERE
  • SEIF MAHMOUD KARANI
  • WINNIE AKOTH ODERO

Frequently asked questions

The Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education is a diploma programme preparing learners to support young children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

The Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education suits school leavers, working adults and practitioners seeking practical skills in this field. It is suitable for beginners who meet the stated entry requirement.

The entry requirement for the Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education is KCSE mean grade C- or an equivalent relevant certificate.

The Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education takes 12 months and is organised into 3 trimesters.

The total course fee for the Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education is KES 101,500. Flexible payment is available at KES 33,833.33 per trimester, with each trimester payable in three installments of KES 11,277.78.

Yes. The Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education is offered online. Online learners use electronic study modules, cloud-based content, self-tests, learner forums and tutor support.

The Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education covers child development, early-years curriculum, language and basic mathematics, educational psychology, child rights, health and nutrition, classroom management, assessment, administration and teaching practice, building practical, analytical and workplace-ready skills.

Relevant opportunities after the Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education include ECDE teacher, childcare-centre supervisor, preschool administrator, learning-support assistant, child-development programme assistant and early-years education entrepreneur.

Yes. Learners may progress to a related degree in early childhood education, education, child development or special-needs education, subject to admission and teacher-regulation requirements.

Choose the Diploma In Early Childhood Development And Education at Finstock Evarsity College for flexible study, practical course content, tutor support, installment payments and college-issued completion certification.

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  • MUSKAAN FATIMA RAWJI
    Zambia ·

    The Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education course is well designed and the tutors are very supportive and knowledgeable. They simplify concepts and guide you on how the real world of ECD actually works. From what I’ve experienced already, this course prepares you for employment, because it focuses on skills that are needed in modern classrooms and early learning centres. I’m happy to be part of this journey.

  • GERTRUDE MUTUA
    Kenya ·

    Being a continuing student in this course has given me confidence.I’ve progressed in my Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education studies and I’m seeing the difference in my understanding and teaching approach. The modules are practical and every term I learn something new that I can apply in real child development settings. The support from the tutors and the flexibility to study on my own schedule keeps me motivated. I’m proud of how far I’ve come and I’m looking forward to completing successfully.

  • MASOUD NASSOR SALEH
    Tanzania ·

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