Diploma in Early Childhood Education
About
About
Overview
The Diploma in Early Childhood Education (DECE) certifies and prepares Educator-Carers with the skills and professional identity needed to work with children, families, and communities.
The programme offers:
- Practical training through an 8-week workplace practicum and fieldwork.
- A strong foundation in child psychology and social development.
- Professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Opportunities to nurture creativity in arts, music, drama, and construction within Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE).
Why Choose HELP?
- Training for future entrepreneurs in the early childhood industry.
- Experienced local and international lecturers with industry and research backgrounds.
- Diverse teaching methods, including blended learning, discussions, field trips, and project-based learning.
- Modern classrooms with advanced technology for interactive learning.
Key facts
QUALIFICATIONDiploma
STUDY MODEFull-time
DURATION28 months
LOCAL COSTMYR 26,400
FOREIGN COSTMYR 26,900
SUBJECTSEarly Childhood Edu, Education and Teaching
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | MYR 26,400 | MYR 26,900 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | MYR 26,400 | MYR 26,900 |
| Estimated cost per year | MYR 11,315 | MYR 11,529 |
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
SPM / SPMV / MCE – Minimum 3 credits
Other equivalent qualifications as approved by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Alternative Pathways for Candidates Without SPM or MCE
Option 1:
SPM / MCE – 2 credits AND
Teaching Experience – 3 years
Option 2:
SPM / MCE – 1 credit AND
Teaching Experience – 5 years
Option 3:
Qualifying test on BM, English, and Mathematics through the APEL Route created by MQA
Refer to MQA's current status for updates
Special Considerations
Mature senior candidates with an acceptable ECCE qualification who fulfill the minimum requirements may apply for advanced standing.
SPM / SPMV / MCE – Minimum 3 credits
Other equivalent qualifications as approved by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Alternative Pathways for Candidates Without SPM or MCE
Option 1:
SPM / MCE – 2 credits AND
Teaching Experience – 3 years
Option 2:
SPM / MCE – 1 credit AND
Teaching Experience – 5 years
Option 3:
Qualifying test on BM, English, and Mathematics through the APEL Route created by MQA
Refer to MQA's current status for updates
Special Considerations
Mature senior candidates with an acceptable ECCE qualification who fulfill the minimum requirements may apply for advanced standing.
Curriculum
Year 1
DECE1013 Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings
DECE1023 Child Development
DECE1034 Children and Play
DECE1044 Observation and Assessment of Young Children
DECE1053 Academic English for Early Childhood Educators
DECE1063 ICT and Multimedia
DECE1074 Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children
DECE1084 Visual Arts
DECE1094 Music, Movement and Drama for Young Children
DECE1104 Early Mathematics
DECE1114 Social Studies and Environment
DECE1124 Physical Education and Wellness
Year 2
DECE2014 Language and Early Literacy
DECE2024 Early Science and Technology
DECE2033 Teaching Young Children BM (Compulsory for Malaysian Students)
DECE2043 Teaching Young Children English (For Non-Malaysians)
DECE2053 Curriculum Planning and Program Development
DECE2083 Introduction to Special Education
DECE2133 Managing Early Childhood Settings
DECE2144 Foundation of Early Childhood Business & Entrepreneurship
Elective 1 (Choose 1)
DECE2063 Guiding Young Children’s Behaviours
DECE2073 Environments in Early Childhood Setting
Elective 2 (Choose 1)
DECE2113 Families and Community
DECE2123 Ethics and Professionalism for Early Childhood Professionals
Year 3
DECE3013 Practicum I (TASKA)
DECE3023 Practicum II (TADIKA)
MPU Subjects
MPU 1
Local Students (Choose 1):
MPU2183 Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
MPU2193 Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
International Students:
MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
MPU 2 / MPU 3
MPU2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (Compulsory for local students without a Credit in SPM BM)
MPU2313 Introduction to Malaysian Tourism (Compulsory for all students)
MPU 4 (Choose 1)
MPU2412 Co-curriculum – Sports 1
MPU2422 Co-curriculum – Community Service 1
General Elective
GEN2513 Communication 1
Note: Students must complete MPU 2 & MPU 3 before taking MPU 4
DECE1013 Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings
DECE1023 Child Development
DECE1034 Children and Play
DECE1044 Observation and Assessment of Young Children
DECE1053 Academic English for Early Childhood Educators
DECE1063 ICT and Multimedia
DECE1074 Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children
DECE1084 Visual Arts
DECE1094 Music, Movement and Drama for Young Children
DECE1104 Early Mathematics
DECE1114 Social Studies and Environment
DECE1124 Physical Education and Wellness
Year 2
DECE2014 Language and Early Literacy
DECE2024 Early Science and Technology
DECE2033 Teaching Young Children BM (Compulsory for Malaysian Students)
DECE2043 Teaching Young Children English (For Non-Malaysians)
DECE2053 Curriculum Planning and Program Development
DECE2083 Introduction to Special Education
DECE2133 Managing Early Childhood Settings
DECE2144 Foundation of Early Childhood Business & Entrepreneurship
Elective 1 (Choose 1)
DECE2063 Guiding Young Children’s Behaviours
DECE2073 Environments in Early Childhood Setting
Elective 2 (Choose 1)
DECE2113 Families and Community
DECE2123 Ethics and Professionalism for Early Childhood Professionals
Year 3
DECE3013 Practicum I (TASKA)
DECE3023 Practicum II (TADIKA)
MPU Subjects
MPU 1
Local Students (Choose 1):
MPU2183 Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
MPU2193 Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
International Students:
MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
MPU 2 / MPU 3
MPU2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (Compulsory for local students without a Credit in SPM BM)
MPU2313 Introduction to Malaysian Tourism (Compulsory for all students)
MPU 4 (Choose 1)
MPU2412 Co-curriculum – Sports 1
MPU2422 Co-curriculum – Community Service 1
General Elective
GEN2513 Communication 1
Note: Students must complete MPU 2 & MPU 3 before taking MPU 4