Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education (V42)
Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education (V42)
About Course
This course is conducted by NIEC in collaboration with the Institute of Technical Education at the NIEC (ITE) campus, and recognised by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA).
Learn how to plan and implement activities in kindergartens and childcare centres, assist children in their daily activities and manage their safety, health and nutrition.
Opportunity for real-world exposure through an industry attachment.
The Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education is awarded by the National Institute of Early Childhood Development in collaboration with Institute of Technical Education (ITE). The Higher Nitec certificate fulfils the professional qualifications of a Level 1 (L1)* category teacher. You will be qualified to teach pre-nursery and nursery children from 18 months to 4 years old or assist in K1 and K2 Levels.
There will also be opportunities for career upgrade to supervisory positions and beyond through higher-level courses.
*To be granted L1 certification to teach up to Nursery levels by ECDA, new teachers must have a minimum C6 grade for GCE O-Level English Language (EL1) or obtain a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS (Academic) or other English Language Acceptable Alternatives (ELAA).
Entry Requirements
Graduating GCE O-level student
- GCE O-level English (EL) Grades 1 – 6
- Any other 2 O-level subjects Grades 1 – 7*
Graduating Nitec student
- Nitec GPA of at least 2.8
- Any one of the below:
- Singapore-Cambridge N(T)-level English (EL) Grades A
- Singapore-Cambridge N(A)-level English (EL) Grades 1 – 3
- Singapore-Cambridge O-level English (EL) Grades 1 – 6
- English Language Acceptable Alternative (ELAA)
*To be eligible for selection, you must have sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)
Fees Payable
Course fees will be at the prevailing rates at the Institute of Technical Education.
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Before You Apply
As an early childhood educator, you will have the responsibility to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and safeguard the well-being of young children.
The standards of ethical behaviour in early childhood care and education are based on the commitment to core values in maintaining harmony with Singapore’s multi-racial society and nation-building. Early childhood educators have to fulfill their professional responsibilities and obligations towards the children, families, community, colleagues, and staff.
Medical Requirement
Applicants applying for Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education (V42) have to pass a pre-admission medical examination to enter the course. More details on the medical requirements can be found at http://bit.ly/NIECmedical.
Other Requirements
Successful students will be required to purchase a laptop, which will cost about $500 – $1,500 for the 2-year course. This is in addition to the course fees. Financial assistance is available for eligible students, subject to terms and conditions.
