Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (DECE)
Offered by Narsimha Institute of Higher Education — Train to support early childhood development, care and foundational education for ages 0–6.
Course Overview
The Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (DECE) is a practical program typically of 1 year (or as per curriculum) designed to prepare caregivers and early childhood educators to support holistic development of young children. The course covers child growth & development, early learning pedagogy, health & nutrition, safety, play-based learning, classroom management and parent engagement. Graduates work in preschools, day-care centres, anganwadis, and community early-learning programs.
Course Highlights
- Duration: 1 year (certificate/diploma)
- Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream (or as per institute norms)
- Practical Training: Hands-on practice in preschools, activity sessions and community postings
- Core Areas: Child Development, Early Literacy & Numeracy, Activity-based Learning, Health & Nutrition, Inclusive Education
- Career Opportunities: Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Educator, Day-care Supervisor, Anganwadi Worker, Curriculum Assistant
- Infrastructure: Activity rooms, learning resource materials, play-therapy aids and community partnerships
- Faculty: Trained early-childhood specialists and experienced educators
Why Choose DECE at Narsimha?
Narsimha Institute focuses on child-centred, play-based pedagogy with strong community links. Our DECE course emphasises practical classroom management, early assessment methods, and nurturing environments so graduates can effectively support children’s cognitive, social and emotional development.
For admissions & eligibility queries, contact admissions@narsimhacollege.com