Certificate in Inclusive Practice
(CIP) Cluster C

About Course

The Certificate in Inclusive Practice (CIP) Cluster C comprises 2 modules:

• Effective Communication and Collaboration with Families & Other Professionals (ECFO)

  This module will cover interpersonal and practical skills in communicating and collaborating with families and external stakeholders that supports children with additional needs (e.g. the therapist, psychologist, social worker) for case management.

• Shaping an Inclusive Practice (SHIP)

  This module will focus on the importance of a culture of shared responsibility and respect in order to provide optimal support for all children included in the setting. Content will cover communication and interpersonal skills for working with supervisors, co-teachers, and support staff to create a shared understanding of inclusion and the development of an inclusive practice.

Please note:

• CIP Cluster C is a Skills-Based Modular Course (SBMC) that is stackable towards the CIP full qualification. Learn more about the CIP and the corresponding SBMCs available here.
• Applicants must complete CIP Cluster A before applying for CIP Cluster B and CIP Cluster C.
• This course will be conducted via online learning until further notice.

Entry Requirements

ECDA-certified L2 preschool teachers who:

• Have been practising for at least one year;
• Have successfully completed the Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or its equivalent;
• And have successfully completed CIP Cluster A.

<IMPORTANT> (1) Priority will be given to applicants sponsored by preschools that offer the Inclusive Support Programme (InSP) or other early intervention services, i.e. the Development Support – Learning Support and Development Support Plus (DS-LS and DS Plus) Programmes. (2) In addition, this is a practice-based course where there is a significant amount of discussion and facilitated peer learning. As such, applicants will need to have on-going access to children (i.e. more than 1) with additional needs.

Upon Graduation

Upon successful completion of each cluster, students will receive a statement of results (SOR). Please note that students must complete and pass all 7 modules under the Certificate in Inclusive Practice (CIP) to attain the full Certificate.

Registration Fee

S$64.20 (inclusive of GST)

Note: The registration fee is non-refundable.

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