Diploma in Early Childhood Education

This programme will fully equip students with the theoretical knowledge, teaching pedagogies, practical skills and holistic understanding of young children’s development, learning needs and growth. The programme covers various ECE specialities such as: child development, creativity through music, movement, art and drama, teaching mathematics and sciences to young children, language and literacy, health, safety and nutrition, infant and toddler care and teaching social studies to young children.

This programme will fully equip students with the theoretical knowledge, teaching pedagogies, practical skills and holistic understanding of young children’s development, learning needs and growth. The programme covers various ECE specialities such as: child development, creativity through music, movement, art and drama, teaching mathematics and sciences to young children, language and literacy, health, safety and nutrition, infant and toddler care and teaching social studies to young children.

Upon completion of this programme, MCKL graduates will be offered other pathways to earn a globally recognised degree either in Ireland or U.K. with just an additional one of year study abroad to support their career goals. Graduates may also seek employment in the ECE field as a qualified practitioner.

Why MCKL

Extensive Programme

The comprehensive selection of subjects prepares students well to work professionally in a variety of professions in the early childhood sector, as well as succeed in their degree studies.

Strong Practical Exposure

Substantial Practicum Exposure

Students will complete two practicums. They allow students to put classroom learning into practice and gain hands-on experience working alongside and learning from professional teachers in the industry.

Qualified & Experienced Academic Team

Learn from a combination of both passionate and nurturing lecturers, who are well qualified and experienced in the ECE industry.

Affordable Fees

Students will obtain an education at an affordable cost and have access to scholarships.

Strong Network to Provide Industrial Experience

Built strong ties with a wide range of childcare centres and kindergartens to place students during their practicum and explore employment opportunities upon graduation.

Exclusive Scholarships

Holistic Learning Environment

Comprehensive academic content combined with a holistic approach from community and service learning activities provide continuous exposure and enhance soft skills.

Proven Track Record

Proven track record of students graduating with honours and first-class honours after furthering their studies at renowned universities.

Established Global Partnership

An express pathway for students to pursue their final year degree programme at various renowned universities.

• Foundations of Early Childhood Education
• Child Development 1
• Positive Behaviour Management
• Language and Early Literacy
• Creative Expressions Through Art and Drama
• Physical Education for Young Children
• Programme Planning and Implementation
• Observation and Assessment of Young Children
• Infant and Toddler Care
• Teaching Social Studies to Young Children
• Play in Early Childhood Education
• Partnership with Families and the Community
• Teaching Mathematics to Young Children
• Creative Expressions Through Music and Movement
• Child Development 2
• Guidance of Young Children
• Children with Special Needs
• Foundations of Professional Practice
• The National Preschool Standard Curriculum
• Child’s Health, Safety and Nutrition
• Technology in Early Childhood Education
• Entrepreneurship and Early Childhood Administration
• English Enhancement
• Teaching Young Children with Learning Disabilities

Practical

• Practicum I: Block Practice in Childcare Centre (TASKA)
• Practicum II: Block Practice in Preschool/ Kindergarten (TADIKA)

Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) Subjects

• Pengajian Malaysia 2
• Information Literacy
• Character Formation
• Service Learning
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  • For local students who do not have credit in SPM BM
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  • For international students

NOTE: *MPU Subjects: The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) within the duration of their studies. MCKL established a series of subjects that different programs need to implement for all students to meet the Ministry’s requirements. Subjects will differ depending on the institution and the level of degree the student is taking.