UNDER the Transformation Programme, the government has begun to equip 21,000 preschool teachers in order to raise the quality and professionalism of early childhood education in the country.
“Building a strong educational foundation for our children is top priority for us,” said Education Ministry Teacher Professional Development Sector, deputy director-general Datuk Asariah Mior Sharuddin.
In line with the Malaysian government’s plan, Ng Toke Ping, 23, aims to become a qualified and well-trained early childhood educator, who knows and understands ways to educate children effectively and creatively.
After completing her Diploma in Early Childhood Development at SRI College, she stayed on to pursue her first degree in Education Studies (Early Years), which is a 3 + 0 programme from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
“This specialized degree enables me to be equipped with knowledge and practical skills in educating young children. I have developed higher self-esteem in facing them and their parents. My friends were surprised by my insightful input when we talked about ways to counter misbehavior of their nieces and nephews,” said Ng who works at local pre-school centre.
Lavinia Yong Jay Lian, 19, took up the Diploma in Early Childhood Development offered by SRI College because of the love and passion for it. Currently working as a teacher in a local kindergarten, Lavinia’s passion to educate children was triggered while watching her little nephew grow up.
“Now I am more calm and patient with children. And I love listening to them as they speak their mind to me,” said Lavinia.
Her dream is to obtain her Master’s qualification in Early Childhood and establish her own preschool centre in future. Her advice to SPM school leavers is: “Be sure of what you want in life. Becoming a professional early childhood educator requires hard work and passion.”
Strategically located in Kuala Lumpur, SRI College is an educational institution of higher learning recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education in Malaysia. It provides a conducive and creative learning environment for interested individuals, especially school leavers in obtaining desired diploma qualifications.
A dynamic college established in 2004, SRI College has forged a strong alliance with the internationally acclaimed University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.
This alliance enables students to pursue their first degree in Early Childhood Education with University of Hertfordshire, either locally or abroad.
The next intake for all diplomas will be in May, whereas for first degree will be in September. School leavers can enjoy cash rebates available for early bird registration for any of the diploma courses. Students who are keen to pursue tertiary education at SRI College but do not have the means to do it can apply for the Nation Builder Scholarship.
A range of widely recognized diploma programmes are offered by SRI College, namely the Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Franchise Management, Diploma in English for Business Communication, Diploma in Marketing Management and the Diploma in Mass Communication. All these are available at affordable and reasonable costs.
For details on SRI College courses, school leavers and interested individuals can visit:
- The Karnival Pengajian Tinggi Negara kali ke-7 “Jom Masuk U Tahun 2011” on March 12-13 at Persadia, Johor Baru.
- Education Expo 2011 on March 19-20 at Ipoh, Perak
- Karnival Pengajian Tinggi Negara kali ke-7 “Jom Masuk U Tahun 2011” on March 26-27 in Ipoh, Perak
For details on promotions or courses offered by SRI College, contact Veni (017-391 4416), Mahendran (017-391 4417) or 03-2300 2855, log on to www.sricollege.edu.my or follow SRI College on Twitter at www.twitter.com/SRICOLLEGE
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