Firdaus not only enjoyed his course at HMS, but found the calling even stronger. The ECH diploma studies helped to further stimulate and strengthen a sense of empathy for young children, and created in him a responsibility to nurture the character values of his young charges. He also found good friends to take the highs and lows, and lecturers who provided support and advice.
After his ORD from National Service, opportunity knocked. He was offered a part-time position doing admin work at the
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Mosque Kindergarten (MMKindy) in September 2014. After three months, he was offered a teaching position the same kindergarten, and he has been there since, enjoying nurturing and developing young minds. His parting shot for potential students considering a career in the early childhood sector: Always have the intention of helping and benefiting others, and follow the examples of your own good teachers.
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