Diploma in Early Childhood Education

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.

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.

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