Diploma in Pre-School Education - Leadership(DPE-L)
(Accredited by MOE/MCDS PQAC)
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MODULES OVERVIEW
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Module 3
Pre-School As A Focus For Action Research
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| Unit 9 |
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Research Methodologies and Strategies |
30 hours |
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Students will be introduced to practices in educational research. They will be able to identify, develop, implement and report on a manageable and appropriate research project/question. |
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Unit 10 |
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Designing & Implementing Action Research
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30 hours |
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Students will focus on concepts & skills involved in designing research projects, a range of research methodologies and approaches that underline them. Students are expected to frame a clear research question and designing an independent research project. |
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Module 4
Planning Management & Administration in Pre-School |
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Unit 11
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Management & Administration of Pre-School |
30 hours |
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Students will examine management structures found in early childhood settings and key areas of accountability for teachers, children, parents, government and other agencies. They will investigate the influence of external and internal factors on the management of early childhood settings |
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Unit 12 |
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Licensing, Policies and Operational Issues |
30 hours |
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Students will develop knowledge of investigating the interpersonal and group dynamics of management of childcare services and examine the impact of government licensing policies and the standard of service delivery upon the management and operation of childcare centres. |
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Unit 13 |
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Staff Development, Supervision and Management |
30 hours |
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Students will develop knowledge of the impact of adults in early childhood programmes. They will understand the trends and issues focusing on professional qualifications for improving the quality of all personnel. |
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Unit 14 |
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Partnership, Networking and Professional Growth |
30 hours |
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Students will develop knowledge of working with parents and know the importance of creating a friendly atmosphere yet retaining an appropriate distance. Students will know the importance of collaborating with parents and referral agencies when managing difficult children. |
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Unit 15 |
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Leadership Style |
30 hours |
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Students will be taught to identify concepts of leadership as part of their professional role as centre Supervisor/Principals. They will understand personal characteristics, traits, style, behaviour and strategies in line with the nature of the task and work culture. |
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Module 5
Supervised Practicum |
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| Unit 16 |
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Practicum Theory/Attachment |
30/90 hours |
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Students will be able to develop knowledge, skills and professional attitudes needed in heading pre-school centres. They will be given an extended opportunitiy to develop a realistic and comprehensive understanding of the complexity of teachering and to integrate theory with practices. |
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All information is subjected to change. Please call to confirm.
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