Open and Distance Learning Council (odlc)
About The Programme
The Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) programmes offered by ODLC are designed to prepare learners for professional roles in preschool education, early learning facilitation, and academic leadership in early childhood settings. These programmes follow an academic, subject-based framework, aligned with nationally accepted educational practices and internationally understood early childhood education standards.
Level 1
CERTIFICATION IN ECCE
FOUNDATION LEVEL – Entry into Early Childhood Education
Duration
6 months – 1 year
Eligibility
✅ Minimum 10th Pass or equivalent
✅ Candidates appearing in 10th may also apply
Level – 2
Diploma in ECCE
PROFESSIONAL LEVEL – Preschool / Nursery Teacher
Duration – 1 year
Eligibility
10+2 (Senior Secondary) Pass or equivalent OR
Certificate in ECCE / Nursery Teacher Training OR
In-service preschool teachers
SUBJECT STRUCTURE
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Module No.
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Subject Code
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Subject Title
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1
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510
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education
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2
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511
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Child Development & Learning Theories
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3
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512
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Educational Psychology for Early Learners
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4
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513
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Curriculum Planning for Early Childhood
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5
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514
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Teaching–Learning Strategies (Play-Based & Experiential)
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6
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515
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Early Literacy & Numeracy Development
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7
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516
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Health, Nutrition, Hygiene & First Aid
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8
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517
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Classroom Management & Child Guidance
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9
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518
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Assessment, Observation & Documentation
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