Professional Diploma In Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Professional Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Become a Certified Early Years Professional

Build a Strong and Practical Foundation in Early Childhood Care & Education

The PDECCE programme is designed for individuals who want to be equipped with comprehensive skill to teach young learners from 0-8 years. This programme equips you with the knowledge, competence and practical foundation to work effectively with children in their formative years, across crèches, nursery and primary schools, and early learning centres.

About the PDECE Programme

The Professional Diploma in Early Childhood Care Education (PDECE) is a twelve-month (one academic year) fully virtual (online) professional programme for individuals looking to start a career in early childhood education or those already in the field who want to gain additional knowledge and skills.

Admission Requirements

A recognised degree Certificate (HND, B.Sc., or equivalent)

Five (5) O’level credits including English and Mathematics (WAEC, NECO, or equivalent)

NYSC Certificate or exemption Letter

Birth certificate or age declaration (affidavit)

Programme Duration & Structure

Duration: One calendar year (inclusive of practicum)

Structure:

Online: Tuesday – Friday (4:30pm – 6:30pm)

What Will You Learn?

Students will gain practical and professional knowledge in areas such as:

Child growth and development

Early childhood learning theories

Classroom and behaviour management for young learners

Health, safety, and child protection

Play-based learning and creativity

Early literacy and numeracy foundations

Communication with parents and guardians

What Will You Gain?

At the end of the programme, you will be able to:

Understand and support early childhood development stages

Create safe, engaging, and age-appropriate learning environments

Apply best practices in early childhood teaching and care

Improve your professional confidence when working with young children

Increase employability opportunities in early years education settings

Application

The application fee for the PDECE programme is ₦10,000 only.

Tuition is ₦150,000 (covers tuition, e-library, matriculation and convocation gowns)

Flexible Payment Plan

We make education accessible with flexible instalment options:

Initial deposit (40%): ₦60,000 (MUST be paid after admission is offered to secure access to classes)

2nd Instalment (30%): ₦45,000 (MUST be paid before first semester exams)

3rd Instalment (30%): ₦45,000 (MUST be paid before second semester exams)

Who Should take the PDECE?

Head Teachers/Teachers of Crèche, Day Care Centres and Nursery/Primary Schools
Caregivers working with young children
School owners and administrators in early years education
Parents and individuals interested in early childhood development
Anyone planning a career in early childhood education and care

Why Choose PDECE at CCED?

Ready to Begin? Apply Now!

Take the next step in building a rewarding career in early childhood education

Need Support? Call/WhatsApp 08069356362, 07081935088

or send an email to ccedadmission@coronacollegeofeducation.edu.org

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply

To enrol for any of our courses in the CCED, an application from must be purchased.

A duly completed form can be submitted by the prospective student to the admissions officer via email with the following documents;

• Proof of payment for application form (to be confirm by the college)
• 4 recent passport photographs of the prospective student
• Degree certificate from an accredited university
• Marriage certificate and change of name, if any (for female applicants)

School fees

Schools fees can be paid using the following methods;

• 100% full payment before the start of the programme (this attracts 10% discount on tuition)
• 70% payment to be made before the commencement of the programme and 30% before the start of 2nd semester classes

Failure to pay school fees might lead to;

• Inability to access IT portal and E-library
• Restricted access to classes and restriction from writing exams
• Limited access for online registration. Defaulting students will only be reinstated upon payment of required fees.
• Inability to proceed with clearance upon completion of the programme. This could lead to affected students not graduating nor receive awards.

Academics

Students are expected to make 70% attendance on each course offered or the student will not be allowed to sit for the respective examination for that course.
Any student who issues falsified documents during admission processing will automatically be dismissed. No refund for any fees earlier paid will be processed for such student.

All courses in the college have been approved by National Commission Certificate in Education (NCCE) and Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
Students must always obey all rules governing examinations. Failure to comply might lead to dismissal of erring students.

Personal items

The college and its members of staff will not be held responsible for missing personal belongings of students. To this end, students are advised to keep all personal items safely within or outside the premises.

Mode of payment

• Cash Deposit to the school’s account
• Online transfer into the school’s account
• Use of POS machine at the bursary department
Note: Cash or cheque payment are not allowed.

Increment in school fees

CCED has the right to increase fees as deemed necessary. However, such increment will be communicated to students and be applicable at the start of a new session.

Refund and withdrawal

Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Students must abide by all the rules and regulation of the college.

The college has the right to ask a student to withdraw from the programme based on misconduct (indiscipline, examination malpractice, poor academic performance etc). When such happens, no refund is made.

Penalties

Students will be held responsible for any breakage, loss or damage done in the college premises.
Penalties will be meted out to any student that infringes on the college’s policy or cause any health hazard in the premises.

Promotional

The college will always seek consents from students before using their image and academic performance for promotional needs or advertisement.