Certificate in Inclusive Practice
(CIP)
About Course
This course will equip Diploma-trained EC educators with additional knowledge and skills to work with children with developmental needs included in the regular EC settings.
Enhance your capabilities
Gain the knowledge and skills to work with children with additional needs in regular early childhood settings.
Put theory to practice
Acquire knowledge about children with diverse needs and apply principles of differentiation within teaching and learning activities.
Build culture of collaboration
Apply strategies to build a culture of communication and collaboration within the school, and with families, professionals, and other stakeholders.
Note: This course will be conducted via online learning until further notice.
Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMC) and Professional Development Programme (PDP)
All modules in the CIP are offered as SBMCs and will be recognised as modular courses for the Professional Development Programme for Teachers (PDP-T). Learn more here.
What You Will Learn
Click here for a complete list of modules that will be covered in the course.
Entry Requirements
ECDA-certified L2 preschool teachers who:
- Have been practising for at least one year; and
- Have successfully completed the Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or its equivalent.
Note: Students need to have ongoing access to children who may have additional needs in early childhood settings.
Upon Graduation
Upon successful completion of the course, graduates will be conferred the Certificate in Inclusive Practice (CIP) by NIEC.
How to Apply
CIP comprises 7 modules, subdivided into 3 clusters. You may apply for this course as:
- 3 Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMCs) [Clusters A, B and C] OR
- 7 singular SBMC units [7 modules] OR
- A full qualification.
Each SBMC or SBMC unit will be stackable towards the full qualification. By completing all 3 SBMCs or 7 singular SBMC units, you will be able to attain the full Certificate.
Please note that the full qualification will only be available in 2022.
Pre-Requisites
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Students must complete CIP Cluster A and meet the minimum attendance requirements, before progressing to CIP Cluster B or C.
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Students will be allowed to progress to CIP Cluster B before the release of results for CIP Cluster A. However, should they fail any of the modules, they will be required to re-take and pass the respective module(s) in order to successfully complete the course.
Course Schedule
Please note:
- Course schedule and venue are subject to changes. NIEC reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme and amend information without prior notice.
- Classes will only commence if the minimum class size is met. A confirmation email will be sent to you at least 3 weeks before course commencement.
- Priority will be given to company-sponsored applicants.
Before You Apply
Prepare the following documents:
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Image of your NRIC (front and back)
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Highest formal academic qualifications (Certificates and transcripts)
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Recent digital photo with a white background
- Employment letter
- If you are under company sponsorship by a preschool employer:
- Company Sponsorship Declaration Form (to be completed by you and your employer, and submitted as part of your admission documents)
Have questions? Talk to us!
(Mon - Fri, 9am - 4pm)
Ms Eunice Goei
Email: Eunice_GOEI@niec.edu.sg
Phone: 6904 2620