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Early Childhood Education (N66)

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Psychology & Community Services (N77)


School of Humanities & Social Sciences 
Blk 52, #04-01 
535 Clementi Road
Singapore 599489
Tel: 6460 8577
Fax: 6875 1469
Email: sch-hms@np.edu.sg

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Toll free: 1800-4607333 (admission to full-time courses)
Tel: 6466 6555
Fax: 6468 3207
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 Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education (N86) 


bullet Unique diploma that focuses on both developmental psychology and early education
bullet Field practice at preschools, early intervention centres, special schools and publishing companies
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Scholarships and study awards offered by Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF), PAP Community Foundation (PCF) and Temasek Cares
bullet Graduates can complete a four-year degree in just two years at Wheelock College (SG), at highly subsidised tuition fees
 
Looking for a unique diploma that focuses on both developmental psychology and the learning needs of young children? Then look no further than Ngee Ann Poly’s Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education (CPEE).

Here, you will pick up teaching techniques and learn how to design an early childhood curriculum. Not only will you graduate with an accredited teaching diploma, you will gain experience through field practice at preschools, early intervention centres, special schools and publishing companies. You will also get to choose from two exciting specialisations in your third year.

The first specialisation – Writing & Publishing for Children – will be a good choice if you can never forget what it felt like to be a child picking up a book for the first time. Students on this track will learn what it takes to write children’s literature and produce literacy programmes.

If you long to reach out and make a difference in the lives of children with special needs, choose the Early Intervention (Special Needs) specialisation. Students on this track will learn to identify and support young children with special needs.


"The CPEE diploma supports and facilitates students’ learning in a pragmatic environment through field visits, observation and internships. Students are able to apply their knowledge from course work, such as theories and knowledge of child development."

- Ms Karen Tan, Branch Administrator / Principal, PAP Community Foundation Punggol East Kindergarten & Child Care Centre

 
With your CPEE diploma, you can become an early childhood educator or work with children with special needs. You can also pursue your dream of writing a children’s book or producing children’s programmes.

With your CPEE diploma, you can become an early childhood educator or work with children with special needs. You can also pursue your dream of writing a children’s book or producing children’s programmes.With your CPEE diploma, you can become an early childhood educator or work with children with special needs. You can also pursue your dream of writing a children’s book or producing children’s programmes.
 
The Singapore Institute of Technology now offers our CPEE grads the chance to pursue a degree from Boston’s Wheelock College right here at Ngee Ann Poly. You will be able to complete this four-year BSc in Early Childhood Education in just two years and at subsidised fees. You will also get to go on a five-week immersion programme in Boston!

CPEE grads may apply for relevant degree programmes at the Nanyang Technological University or National University of Singapore and receive up to a semester’s exemption.

You may also enjoy exemptions for the following overseas degree programmes:

• Edith Cowan University (Australia)

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
  • Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

• Queensland University of Technology (Australia)

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies
  • Bachelor of Education
• Macquarie University (Australia)

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood 
• University of South Australia (Australia)

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• James Cook University (Singapore)

  • Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
  • Bachelor of Information Technology

• University of Wollongong (Australia)

  • Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

CPEE graduates can also gain direct entry into the Bachelor of Education (Special Education) programme at Flinders University, Australia. This programme is offered in partnership with the Social Service Training Institute.


To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.

Subject
'O' Level Grade   
English Language as a First Language

1-6*

Mathematics
(Elementary/Additional)**
 1-6#

Any three other subjects**

1-6


You must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-A aggregate type listed at http://www.np.edu.sg/admissions/Pages/elr2b2.aspx

* All applicants with a C5 or C6 in EL1 in the GCE 'O' Level examinations are given two years from the point of teacher registration to obtain at least a B4 or a minimum band of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Students with a D7 in Mathematics may apply for the course provided they have GCE 'O'-level passes (1-6) in 5 subjects (including English).  

** The main medium of instruction for these subjects must be in English, except for a language subject. 

Successful candidates are required to pass a medical examination before confirming acceptance to the course.

Foreign applicants
Applicants from other countries must meet the following requirement before application to the course:
  • the medium of instruction for formal education is English

Foreign applicants may obtain more information from http://www.np.edu.sg/ss/iss/Pages/default.aspx

Medical Conditions
Whilst not comprehensive, the following medical conditions may lead to non-acceptance into the Child Psychology & Early Education (CPEE) course. Candidates who are diagnosed to have such conditions or any other medical conditions are advised to check with the Admissions Office or HMS Office before they apply.
  • Active Tuberculosis
  • Uncontrolled Epilepsy
  • Psychiatric Condition
  • HBsAg Positive / Hepatitis B Carrier 
  • Uncontrolled Asthma
  • Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
  • Legal Blindness
  • Uncontrolled Hypertension
  • Uncontrolled Diabetes
  • Profound Deafness

 

First Year ModulesSecond Year ModulesFinal Year Modules
^  Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules at Ngee Ann help students become more versatile and competitive by expanding their knowledge and skills beyond their core disciplines. Areas covered include communication, entrepreneurship, lifeskills, media and the arts, and science and technology.
^  For more details on Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules, please refer to the IS website http://www.np.edu.sg/is


Early Intervention (Special Needs) OptionWriting and Publishing Option
^  Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules at Ngee Ann help students become more versatile and competitive by expanding their knowledge and skills beyond their core disciplines. Areas covered include communication, entrepreneurship, lifeskills, media and the arts, and science and technology.
^  For more details on Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules, please refer to the IS website http://www.np.edu.sg/is


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