Foundation in Early Childhood Education
A first year in the early years sector, combining child development theory with observed time in preschool settings.
- Duration
- 1 year full-time
- Intakes
- January, May, September
Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Duration
- 1 year full-time
- Intakes
- January, May, September
- Study load
- 15 - 20 hours per week plus placement
- Mode
- On campus with supervised placement
- Location
- PCHE Colombo and partner preschools
- Level
- Diploma
Programme overview
The Diploma in Early Childhood Education is PCHE's longest-running programme and the one our alumni speak about most. It covers how children develop, how early years curricula are designed, and how to observe, plan for and assess learning in a real setting.
Placement is central rather than incidental. Students spend structured time in well-equipped preschools across Colombo, working with qualified educators and building the practical file that partner universities and employers both ask to see.
Graduates transfer into year two of the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education at Deakin University, and many of them cite the placement experience as the reason the transition felt straightforward.
What you will study
- 01Child Development from Birth to Eight
- 02Play and Learning
- 03Early Years Curriculum Design
- 04Observation, Documentation and Assessment
- 05Language and Literacy Development
- 06Inclusive Practice and Special Educational Needs
- 07Health, Safety and Wellbeing
- 08Professional Placement and Reflective Practice
Module titles are indicative and reviewed each cycle against partner university year-one content. The admissions team can confirm the current structure for your intake.
Where it takes you
Graduates of this programme transfer into year two at the following partner universities.
Careers this leads to
- Early childhood educator
- Preschool director
- Curriculum developer
- Early intervention support
- Education consultancy
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Start Your Journey
Apply to PCHE, or talk to the admissions team about which pathway fits your results, your budget, and where you want to graduate abroad.