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Who We Are
In this section, we highlight the entity and its mission.
The Early Childhood Development Agency ECDA is committed to fostering holistic development in children through a comprehensive approach that encompasses educators, parents, operators, and leaders. ECDA's vision is to create an enriched environment where every child can thrive and develop to their full potential.
News
Here we provide updates on recent happenings at ECDA:
Oct 2021: The Skills Framework for Early Childhood SFw was launched, expanding the career paths avlable in early childhood education.
Mar 2022: The Leadership Development Framework LDF was introduced to guide professional growth and leadership qualities in early childhood professionals.
Parents
We m to provide resources and information tlored to parents:
Information on programs that support children's development
Guidance for parent involvement in their child's education
Operators
For operators looking to enhance their services, we offer:
Support guidelines for high-quality childcare practices
Strategies to comply with regulations while delivering exceptional care
Early Childhood Educators
This section is dedicated to early childhood educators:
Information on professional development and career advancement opportunities through programs like the Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Centre Leadership ADeCL.
Resources for continuous learning and improvement.
Revised ADECL: Leading the Way
In collaboration with the National Institute of Early Childhood Development NIEC, ECDA has updated its Advanced Diploma program to align with contemporary educational standards:
With new career pathways introduced by SFw, such as Lead Early Years Educators and CurriculumPedagogy Specialists, ADeCL prepares educators in senior roles to excel in leadership.
2 Professional Development Certificates PDCs instead of 3
Reduction from 850 hours to 818 hours
Greater focus on practical application
Three full-time modules
Group coaching
Upon completion, participants will:
Enhance their understanding in Curriculum Pedagogical Leadership: Designing impactful learning environments that cater to diverse children's needs.
Strengthen Strategic Administrative Leadership skills: Aligning centre goals with organizational vision and fostering community relationships.
Improve team management abilities: Effective communication, self-management, resilience, critical thinking, and decision-making.
For detled information on program specifics, eligibility criteria, and nomination procedures, visit NIEC's websitehttps:www.niec.edu.sgcoursesadvanced-diploma-in-early-childhood-leadership-adecl.
Questions?
Reach out to NIEC at [email protected] for any queries about the program.
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Last Updated: August 28, 2024
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