Dr. V. R Prabhavathy
M.A (English), M.Phil, P.HD, B.Ed

DIPLOMA IN PRE-PRIMARY EDUCATION

DIPLOMA IN PRE-PRIMARY EDUCATION course also known as DPPE.d is a diploma course for teachers who want to teach and cater to the students at nursery level or pre-primary level. This teacher workforce has to undergo the training of the general TT course where the teacher joins the workforce of several other pre-school teachers. The DPPE.d course helps the students who aim to be pre-school teachers in order to facilitate young minds of nursery children. The course provides various methodologies to the teachers who undergo this TT course which is required in teaching the young students that will be essential in the physical, cognitive and social development. There are also several methodologies which are taught to the teachers to better understand their job roles and enact them in real life. Some of the important subjects taught are instructional strategies, child psychology, classroom management and cognitive development. There are certain standards in DPPE.d course like that of national and international standards which are highlighted in the course fees of various institutes.

The teachers are enlightened with all subjects and communication at nursery level which are better understood by young minds. Teachers need the best training methodologies as it is important to ensure that the basics of the student, who has just stepped into the world of formal education, are clear. The teachers are seen to be role models in moulding morals, habits and character into these young minds and therefore require utmost communication skills in order to be an accomplished Nursery teacher.

Eligibility for DPPE.d

The minimum eligibility for admission to the DPPE.d training diploma course for one year includes minimum 40 per cent marks in their 10+2 board exams from any recognised institute in any subject.

Some of the most important skills in NTT training are:

• Energy and enthusiasm in dealing with young energetic kids
• Caring and friendly attitude
• Patience for every kid in class
• Passion for the teaching profession
• Keen sense of eye for detail
• And most important of all excellent communication skills in language suitable to the children

DPPE.d Course Details

Degree	Diploma
Full Form	Diploma in Pre-Primary Education
Duration	Course Duration of Nursery Teacher Training is 1 Year.
Age	No age restriction
Minimum Percentage	40%
Subjects Required	10+2 from any recognized board or equivalent
Average Fees Incurred	INR 16000 per annum
Employment Roles	Nursery teacher, Kindergarten curriculum developer, consultant, course coordinator, etc.
Placement Opportunities	Educational Institutions, Paediatrics Clinic, etc.