Course Overview

The Diploma in Early Years Care and Education offered by Asian College of Teachers is an advanced-level program designed with a strong focus on optimizing children’s development through the integrated impact of education, nutrition, care, and health. This course is suitable for aspiring and experienced educators, mothers, babysitters, and other professionals who aim to build a successful career as 21st-century early childhood educators or caregivers.

Successful candidates receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers, enhancing their professional profile and career prospects. The program helps learners gain deeper insights into the social, cognitive, and intellectual development of children, enabling them to support holistic growth effectively.

The curriculum covers key areas such as Educational Psychology, Stages of Development, Principles and Approaches of Early Childhood Education, Importance of Play, and First Aid. ACT offers this program as part of its range of KHDA-approved courses, in collaboration with a Dubai-based KHDA-approved training centre. The institute is also accredited by ASIC, recognized by UKVI in the UK, a full member of INQAAHE, a member of the British Quality Foundation (BQF), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network), ensuring global academic credibility.

Specializations

The program equips educators with essential knowledge and practical skills to support holistic early childhood development. Key areas of specialisation include:

  • Identifying environmental, social, and emotional influences on child development.
  • Understanding modern early childhood teaching methodologies and best practices.
  • Ensuring child safety, basic first aid awareness, and wellbeing practices.
  • Helping young learners adapt smoothly to structured school environments.

These specialisations prepare educators to create safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children in their early years.

Course Fee

The online Diploma in Early Years Care and Education focuses on innovative teaching strategies and child-centred methodologies, designed specifically for early childhood learners, and is available at an affordable fee of 20,000 INR.

Modes

The course is offered in both online and distance learning modes, providing flexible study options for candidates.

Curriculum

  • Phase 1: Introduction
  • Phase 2: Educational Psychology
  • Phase 3: Stages of Development
  • Phase 4: Importance of Play
  • Phase 5: Factors Affecting Early Childhood
  • Phase 6: Principles and Approaches of Early Childhood Education
  • Phase 7: First Aid
  • Phase 8: Helping Early Childhood Learners Settle Down in School

ACT Admission and Support

ACT’s admission process for the Diploma in Early Years Care and Education is simple and straightforward. Interested candidates must complete an online application form with accurate details, especially email ID and phone number, as all further communication will be sent to these contacts. After submission, candidates receive course details via email and phone from ACT’s Admission Executives. Once enrollment is confirmed, fee payment instructions are shared, and candidates can make payment through UPI, debit/credit card, cash, cheque, or demand draft. After payment is received, candidates are issued a confirmation along with an online admission form to access the course.

Enrolling in the diploma program at Asian College of Teachers ensures complete guidance from experienced tutors and trainers who support learners throughout their journey. Tutors provide continuous assistance by answering queries, sharing relevant course information, and ensuring a smooth learning experience. With flexible learning options, candidates can study at their own pace, clarify doubts whenever needed, and also connect with trainers over phone for any course-related support.

Job Opportunities

The Diploma in Early Years Care and Education Training Course from Asian College of Teachers opens up numerous career opportunities for learners by building a strong foundation in early childhood, preschool, and kindergarten education methodologies. The program also focuses on key aspects essential for supporting a child’s overall developmental growth. It equips candidates with the skills and techniques required to teach children up to 5 years of age and pursue diverse roles such as:

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher
  • Early Childhood Curriculum Developer
  • Course Coordinator
  • Consultant Associated with Preschools
  • Entrepreneur Planning to Establish a Preschool

The course is suitable not only for aspiring early childhood educators but also for anyone involved in early childhood care and nutrition, offering a strong pathway into the early education sector.

Certification & Accreditation

  • Candidates receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers (ACT) upon successful completion.
  • The certificates do not mention whether the course was completed in online or distance mode.
  • All ACT courses are accredited by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE).
  • ACT is accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), a member of the British Quality Foundation.
  • The prestigious Education Quality Accreditation Commission (EQAC) has accredited ACT, confirming compliance with all established standards.
  • ACT is an organizational member of Childhood Education International (CEI).
  • ACT is an institutional member of the Association for Early Childhood Education & Development (AECED).
  • All ACT courses are endorsed by NCC Education, a globally recognized awarding organization and provider of British education.