Early Childhood Education

Learn how to nurture young minds, support early development, and create engaging environments that foster lifelong learning in children.

Early Childhood Education
Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Overview

The Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education offers required skills for working with young children in educational settings and offer the world-class certification from DLC Sri Lanka This certification leads to degree Programmes from the Course Profile Academic Details of the Course highest-ranked UK universities.

Course Details.

  • Duration: 24 Months
  • Level: SLQF Level 4 | RQF Level 5
  • Certificate: DLC Sri Lanka | Qualifications Board United Kingdom
  • Delivery: Physical

Entry Requirements

GCE O/L, A/L or any equivalent qualification. Warlton Foundation Programme is also accepted.

Modules

Being an early childhood teacher is not just a profession; it's a calling to nurture the potential within each child. Embrace the joys, challenges, and the immeasurable impact you will have on young lives.

  • Early Childhood Education Theories
  • Stages in Child Development
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Inclusive Education

  • Literacy and Language Development
  • Logical, Numerical and Mathematical Development
  • Science and Discovery
  • Social and Emotional Development

  • Curriculum Planning and Design
  • Assessment and Observation
  • Parent and Family Engagement
  • Child Health and Wellbeing

  • Cultural understanding and Diversity
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Settings
  • Practical Experience and Reflective Practice

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Apply child development theories to support early learning and wellbeing.
  • Design engaging, play-based curricula that develop literacy, numeracy and discovery skills.
  • Create inclusive learning environments that respect diverse needs and cultures.
  • Assess children’s progress through observation and engage families in their development.
  • Demonstrate professional, ethical and leadership skills through reflective practical experience.

Career Prospects

Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education

  • Preschool Teacher
  • Daycare Center Educator
  • Early Childhood Education Consultant
  • Early Learning Centre Manager
  • Childcare Center Owner or Director

Develop the insight and skills to nurture young minds, support early development, and create positive learning environments that shape children's futures.