Post Graduate Diploma In Early Childhood And Foundational Stage Education (PGDECFE)

Post Graduate Diploma In Early Childhood And Foundational Stage Education (PGDECFE)

Post Graduate Diploma In Early Childhood And Foundational Stage Education (PGDECFE) Early Childhood and Foundational Stage Education Post Graduate Diploma (PGDECFE) The Post Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood and Foundational Stage Education (PGDECFE), offered by IGNOU's School of Continuing Education, is a step toward equipping educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support young children's learning and development.

For basic learning, the year-long distance learning course offers a comprehensive analysis of early childhood education, care, and pedagogical approaches. The program also aims to create an inclusive classroom that accommodates the unique requirements of every kid, including those with impairments.

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Post Graduate Diploma In Early Childhood And Foundational Stage Education (PGDECFE)

Program Overview

The PGDECFE program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of early childhood development, curriculum design, pedagogical strategies, and the management of educational programs for young children. It also emphasizes the importance of integrating play-based learning with academic content. Through its well-rounded curriculum, the program fosters a deep understanding of child development theories, curriculum frameworks, and inclusive education practices.

The duration of the program is one year, and it is delivered through Open Distance Learning (ODL), making it flexible for working professionals. The program is offered in English, and its structure includes various theoretical courses, practical assignments, and project work.

Course Details

The PGDECFE program consists of the following courses:

MCD 001 - Development of the Child: Birth to Eight Years
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of child development, focusing on the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children from birth to eight years. It explores the influence of family, community, and cultural factors on child growth and learning.
MCD 002 - Curriculum and Pedagogy for Early Years and Foundational Stage Education - Part 1
This course covers the principles of curriculum design and pedagogy for early childhood education. It emphasizes play-based learning and activity-based approaches, focusing on how to structure learning experiences for young children in their formative years.
MCD 003 - Curriculum and Pedagogy for Early Years and Foundational Stage Education - Part 2
This course extends the principles from Part 1, focusing on the application of pedagogy and curriculum in early primary grades, specifically classes 1 and 2. It highlights how to transition preschool learning experiences into the early years of primary education.
MCD 004 - Organization and Management of Early Years Education Programmes
This course provides an overview of the administrative and managerial aspects of early childhood education programs. Topics include planning, budgeting, staffing, policy development, and ensuring quality in educational programs for young children.
MCD 005 - Disability and Inclusion
Focused on inclusive education, this course provides learners with the tools to design and implement learning experiences that cater to children with disabilities. It covers strategies for adapting the curriculum, promoting social inclusion, and addressing the needs of diverse learners.
MCDL 001 - Supervised Practicum
This practical course gives students an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts in real-world settings. Students are required to complete a supervised practicum, allowing them to gain hands-on experience in early childhood classrooms or programs.
MCDP 001 - Project Work-1/Internship-1
In this course, students are required to undertake a project or internship that allows them to explore a specific aspect of early childhood education in depth. The project focuses on applying concepts learned in the classroom to a practical scenario.
MCDP 002 - Project Work-2/Internship-2
This course is a continuation of the previous project work or internship, providing further opportunities for research, fieldwork, or direct application of early childhood education strategies.

The total credits required for the program are 40, which includes both theoretical coursework and practical experience.

Eligibility Criteria

To enroll in the PGDECFE program, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

This open eligibility allows individuals from various backgrounds to pursue a career in early childhood education, regardless of their undergraduate field of study.

Fee Structure

The total fee for the program is Rs. 10,800, which includes the entire course material and examination fees. Additional charges may apply for registration and development fees. The fee structure is designed to be affordable, making the program accessible to a wide range of individuals interested in enhancing their skills in early childhood education.

Regional & Study Centre Details

Regional Centre	Study Centre
HYDERABAD	0155: INDIRA PRIYADARSHINI GOVT. (155)
HYDERABAD	0105: LAL BAHADUR COLLEGE (105)
KARNAL	1031: GOVT. COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (1031)
SHIMLA	1132: G.G.D.S.D. COLLEGE (1132)
SHIMLA	1125: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Indora (1125)
SHIMLA	1110: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Rampur (1110)
SHIMLA	1116: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE Seema (Rohru) (1116)
SHIMLA	1101: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE (1101)
SHIMLA	1104: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE (1104)
SHIMLA	1105: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE (1105)
SHIMLA	1106: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE CHAMBA (1106)
SHIMLA	1108: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Nahan (1108)
SHIMLA	1109: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Una (1109)
SHIMLA	1107: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE, GDC. Kullu (1107)
SHIMLA	1102: GOVERNMENT P.G. COLLEGE (1102)
SHIMLA	1138: GOVT COLLEGE , GDC. Karsog (1138)
SHIMLA	1148: GOVT DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Banjar (1148)
SHIMLA	1140: GOVT PG COLLGE GDC. Dhaliara (1140)
SHIMLA	1115: GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE ReckongPeo, (1115)
SHIMLA	1136: GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE GDC Joginder Nagar, (1136)
SHIMLA	1133: GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE GDC. Poanta Sahib (1133)
SHIMLA	1103: Govt. Degree College, (1103)
SHIMLA	1113: GOVT. P.G. COLLEGE GDC. Bilaspur (1113)
SHIMLA	1124: GOVT. P.G. COLLEGE GDC. Sarkagha (1124)
SHIMLA	1134: ST. BEDE'S COLLEGE NAV BAHAR
JAMMU	1250: GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE (BOYS) (1250)
JAMMU	1201: UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU (1201)
BANGALORE	1311: BAPUJI INSTT. OF ENGG & TECH.,DAVANAGERE (1311)
BANGALORE	1320: Nrupathunga University BANGALORE 1320
BANGALORE	1302: ST. ALOYSIUS COLLEGE, MANGALORE (1302)
BANGALORE	1305: VIDYAVARDHAKA FIRST GRADE COLLEGE,MYSORE (1305)
COCHIN	1407: SREE KERALA VERMA COLLEGE (1407)
BHOPAL	15236: GOVT. GIRLS COLLEGE BARWANI (15236)
BHOPAL	1506: HOLKAR SCIENCE COLLEGE (1506)
BHOPAL	1500: IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE BHOPAL LSC Code 1500
BHOPAL	1504: JIWAJI UNIVERSITY GWALIOR
BHOPAL	1501: MOTILAL VIGYAN MAHAVIDYALAYA (1501)
BHOPAL	1516: VIKRAM UNIVERSITY (1516)
PUNE	16144: ABEDA INAMDAR SENIOR COLLEGE OF ARTS SCIENCE AND COMMERCE PUNE 16144
PUNE	1608: KTHM COLLEGE (1608)
IMPHAL	1701: MANIPUR UNIVERSITY (1701)
SHILLONG	1801: NORTH EASTERN HILL UNIVERSITY (1801)
AIZWAL	1904: CENTRAL YOUNG MIZO ASSOCIATION (1904P)
AIZWAL	1913P: Instt of Advanced Studies in Education Aizwl 1913P
PORT BLAIR	0201: JNR MAHAVIDYALALA (201)
PORT BLAIR	0208: M G GOVT COLLEGE (208)
KOHIMA	2001: MODERN COLLEGE (2001)
BHUBANESHWAR	2111: B.J.B. AUTONOMOUS COLLEGE; BHUBANESWAR (2111)
BHUBANESHWAR	2100: IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE BHUBANESHWAR LSC Code 2100
BHUBANESHWAR	21185: J.K.B.K. COLLEGE, CUTTACK (21185)
BHUBANESHWAR	2141: KENDRAPADA COLLEGE (2141)
BHUBANESHWAR	2104: KHALIKOTE COLLEGE (2104)
BHUBANESHWAR	2135: KSUB COLLEGE, BHANJANAGAR (2135)
BHUBANESHWAR	2138: N.C.COLLEGE, JAJPUR (2138)
BHUBANESHWAR	2121: S.K.C.G. COLLEGE (2121)
KHANNA	2206: GURU NANAK GIRLS COLLEGE (2206)
KHANNA	2225: NEHRU MEMORIAL GOVT. COLLEGE (2225)
KHANNA	2299: NIRMAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION RESEARCH and TRAINING LSC 2299
JAIPUR	2310: D.A.V. COLLEGE, SRIGANGANAGAR (2310)
JAIPUR	23134: GOVT PG COLLEGE, SURATGARH (23134)
JAIPUR	23155: GOVT. P.G. COLLEGE, TONK (23155)
JAIPUR	2353: INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF GIRLS, JAIPUR (2353)
JAIPUR	2308: RAJRISHI COLLEGE, ALWAR (2308)
GANGTOK	2401: SIKKIM GOVERNMENT COLLEGE (2401)
CHENNAI	2501: DDGD VAISHNAVA COLLEGE (2501)
CHENNAI	2534: ER. PERUMAL MANIMEKALAI P'NIC (2534)
CHENNAI	2578: GURU NANAK COLLEGE (2578)
CHENNAI	2532: JAYA COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE (2532)
CHENNAI	3101: PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (3101)
AGARTALA	2602: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE (2602)
AGARTALA	2601: TRIPURA UNIVERSITY (2601)
AGARTALA	2636: WOMEN"S COLLEGE (2636)
LUCKNOW	2704: BAREILLY COLLEGE, BAREILLY (2704)
LUCKNOW	27201: BIJLI PASI LUCKNOW (27201)
LUCKNOW	27218: DR RAM MANOHAR LOHIA AWADH UNIVERSITY, FAIZABAD (27218)
LUCKNOW	2797: GOVT. MAHILA DEGREE COLLEGE PILIBHIT (2797)
LUCKNOW	27192: GOVT. PG COLLEGE (27192)
LUCKNOW	2720: LUCKNOW CHRISTIAN P G COLLEGE (2720)
KOLKATA	2809: BANWARILAL BHALOTIA COLLEGE (2809)
KOLKATA	2814: DINABANDHU ANDREWS COLLEGE (2814)
KOLKATA	2848: DURGAPUR WOMEN'S COLLEGE (2848)
KOLKATA	2807: JAGANNATH KISHORE COLLEGE (2807)
KOLKATA	2813: MIDNAPUR COLLEGE (2813)
KOLKATA	28160: Prabhu Jagatbandhu College
KOLKATA	2825D: RAMANANDA COLLEGE (2825D)
KOLKATA	28157: RISHI BANKIM CHANDRA COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (28157)
KOLKATA	28162: Vidyasagar College for Women IGNOU LSC 28162
ITANAGAR	0301: D N GOVERNMENT COLLEG ITANAGAR 0301
SRINAGAR	1211: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE ANANTNAG (1211)
SRINAGAR	1210: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE SOPORE (1210)
SRINAGAR	30039: GOVT COLLEGE FOR WOMEN M A ROAD SRINAGAR LSC 30039
SRINAGAR	30012: GOVT DEGREE COLLEGE KUPWARA (30012)
SRINAGAR	1203: Govt Eliezer Joldan Memorial College Leh
SRINAGAR	1202: GOVT. AMAR SINGH COLLEGE, SRINAGAR (1202)
SRINAGAR	1249: GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE KARGIL (1249)
SRINAGAR	1209: SHRI PRATAP SINGH COLLEGE (1209)
DEHRADUN	2705: D.A.V. PG COLLEGE DEHRADUN (2705)
DEHRADUN	2762: D.S.B CAMPUS KUMAON UNIV., NAINITAL (2762)
DEHRADUN	2748: GOVT PG COLLEGE UTTARKASHI (2748)
DEHRADUN	2752: HNB GARHWAL UNIVERSITY, SRINAGAR (2752)
DEHRADUN	2711: MB PG COLLEGE HALDWANI (2711)
RANCHI	32047: BOKARO STEEL CITY COLLEGE 32047
RANCHI	0510: G.L.A. COLLEGE, DALTONGANJ (510)
RANCHI	3608: JAGANNATH JAIN COLLEGE, KODERMA (3608)
RANCHI	0502: JAMSHEDPUR COOPERATIVE COLLEGE (502)
RANCHI	3630: K S COLLEGE, SERAIKELLA (3630)
RANCHI	3606: KARTIK ORAON COLLEGE, GUMLA (3606)
RANCHI	0513: MARWARI COLLEGE, RANCHI (513)
RANCHI	0503: P.K. ROY MEMORIAL COLLEGE, DHANBAD (503)
VIJAYAWADA	0104: TJPS COLLEGE (104)
RAIPUR	3507: GOVERNMENT DEGREE COLLEGE (3507)
RAIPUR	1505: GOVT ERR PG College Bilaspur
RAIPUR	3504: GOVT POST GRADUATE COLLEGE (3504)
RAIPUR	1503: GOVT. ARTS & SCI. COLLEGE (1503)
NAGPUR	36057: SEVADAL MAHILA MAHAVIDYALAYA NAGPUR MAHARASHTRA
JORHAT	0410: C.K.B. COMMERCE COLLEGE (410)
JORHAT	0407: DIBRUGARH UNIVERSITY (407)
JORHAT	0413: LAKHIMPUR COMMERCE COLLEGE (413)
JORHAT	04171: NOWGOAN COLLEGE (4171)
JORHAT	0431: SIBSAGAR GIRLS COLLEGE (431)
JORHAT	0403: WOMENS COLLEGE TINSUKIA 0403
DELHI 3 Naraina	38039: IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE DELHI3 LSC Code 38039
NOIDA	39017: GINNI DEVI MODI GIRLS (PG) COLLEGE(ONLY FOR GIRLS) (39017)
NOIDA	27127: GOVT RAZA PG COLLEGE,RAMPUR (27127)
NOIDA	2738: I.P. (PG)COLLEGE BULANDSHAHR (2738)
NOIDA	3900: IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE NOIDA LSC Code 3900
NOIDA	47039: JAGDISH SARAN HINDU COLLEGE (47039)
NOIDA	47040: MAHATMA GANDHI MEMORIAL PG COLLEGE (47040)
NOIDA	2728: MEERUT COLLEGE MEERUT (2728)
NOIDA	2749: S.D. COLLEGE, MUZAFFARNAGAR (2749)
NOIDA	2741: S.D. POST GRADUATE COLLEGE (2741)
GUWAHATI	0408: HANDIQUE GIRLS COLLEGE (408)
TRIVANDRUM	1441: MAR IVANIOS INSTITUTE OF ADVANCE STUDIES (1441)
TRIVANDRUM	2511: S.T. HINDU COLLEGE (2511)
TRIVANDRUM	1413: SREE NARAYANA COLLEGE (1413)
JABALPUR	1515: DANIELSON DEGREE COLLEGE, CHHINDWARA (1515)
JABALPUR	1589D: GOVT. A.B.COLLEGE BAIHAR (1589D)
JABALPUR	1502: RDVV UNIVERSITY JABALPUR (1502)
RAJKOT	42012: DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS SAURASHTRA UNIVERSITY 42012
RAJKOT	0914: IGNOU STUDY CENTRE JAMNAGAR (914)
RAJKOT	0923: TOLANI COMMERCE COLLEGE ADIPUR 0923
MADURAI	2504: BISHOP HEBER COLLEGE (2504)
MADURAI	2502: DR.G.R.D. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE (2502)
MADURAI	2568: H.K. ROWTHER HOWDIA COLLEGE (2568)
MADURAI	2503: THIYAGARAJAR COLLEGE (2503)
KORAPUT	44034: Khariar Autonomous College LSC 44034
KORAPUT	2139: NABARANGPUR COLLEGE (2139)
KORAPUT	2107: RAJENDRA COLLEGE (2107)
KORAPUT	2175: RAYAGADA COLLEGE (2175)
KORAPUT	2110: VIKRAM DEV COLLEGE (2110)
SILIGURI	2812: A.B.N. SEAL GOVERNMENT COLLEGE (2812)
SILIGURI	2811: DARJEELING GOVERNMENT COLLEGE (2811)
DARBHANGA	0504: BRA BIHAR UNIVERSITY (504)
DARBHANGA	0522: C.M. COLLEGE (522)
DARBHANGA	0565: M.J.K. COLLEGE (565)
ALIGARH	47030: IIMT,ALIGARH (47030)
ALIGARH	47044: SRI TIKA RAM KANYA MAHAVIDYALAYA (ONLY FOR GIRLS) (47044)
VARANASI	2703: ALLAHABAD DEGREE COLLEGE, ALLAHABAD (2703)
VARANASI	48011: D.C.S. KHANDELWAL, MAU (48011)
VARANASI	2774: K N GOVT PG COLLEGE GYANPUR BHADONI
VARANASI	48026: LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI PG COLLEGE, MUGALSARAI (48026)
VARANASI	27101: PG COLLEGE GHAZIPUR (27101)
VARANASI	48041: RAMABAI GOVT. 'WOMEN' PG COLLEGE, AKABARPUR (48041)
MUMBAI	1601: K J Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce IGNOU LSC 1601
PATNA	0500: IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE PATNA LSC Code 0500
PATNA	0568: T.P.S. COLLEGE (568)
RAGHUNATHGANJ	2808: GOVT. TEACHERS' TRAINING COLLEGE (2808)
RAGHUNATHGANJ	2820: RDK COLLEGE OF COMMERCE (2820D)
ARMY-KOLKATA	5114: HQ 111 SUB AREA (5114)
ARMY-CHANDIMANDIR	5201: WESTERN COMMAND HRDC (5201)
ARMY-UDHAMPUR	5511: HQ 39 MTN DIV (5511)
ARMY-UDHAMPUR	5501: HRDC HQ NORTHERN COMMAND (5501)
CHANDIGARH	2203: DDE, PB. UNI, PTL (2203)
CHANDIGARH	1036: MDSD COLLEGE, AMB (1036)
CHANDIGARH	06007: SGGS COLLEGE, CHD (06007)
DELHI 1 (MOHAN ESTATE (SOUTH DELHI))	0711: GARGI COLLEGE (711)
DELHI 1 (MOHAN ESTATE (SOUTH DELHI))	0787: INSTITUTE OF HOME ECONOMICS (787)
NAVY-NEW DELHI	7101: IGNOU-NAVY RECOG. STUDY CENTRE (7101)
NAVY-MUMBAI	7201: 7201
NAVY-VISAKHAPATNAM	7301: IGNOU NAVY VIZAG (7301)
NAVY-KOCHI	7401: Command Education Office Kochi
PANAJI	08032: GOA COLLEGE OF HOME SCIENCE, CAMPAL PANAJI (8032)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8102: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8102)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8109: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8109)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8113: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8113)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8116: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8116)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8119: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8119)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8122: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8122)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8125: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8125)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8127: IAR SPL. STUDY CENTRE (8127)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8123: IAR STUDY CENTRE
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8101: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8101)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8103: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8103)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8104: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8104)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8106: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8106)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8107: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8107)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8108: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8108)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8110: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8110)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8111: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8111)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8112: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8112)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8114: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8114)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8115: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8115)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8117: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8117)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8118: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8118)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8120: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8120)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8121: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8121)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8124: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8124)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8126: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8126)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8128: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8128)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8129: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8129)
IGNOU ASSAM RIFLES	8130: IAR STUDY CENTRE (8130)
BHAGALPUR	0505: MARWARI COLLEGE (505)
BHAGALPUR	82013: TARAR COLLEGE TARAR IGNOU LSC 82013
VATAKARA	14122: JAMIA NADWIYYA TRAININGCOLLEGE (14122)
VISHAKHAPATNAM	84016: 84016 SIR C R REDDY COLLEGE
VISHAKHAPATNAM	33018: MAHARAJAH"S POST GRADUATE COLLEGE (33018)
BIJAPUR	1324: BASAVESHWAR SCIENCE COLLEGE BAGALKOT (1324)
BIJAPUR	1304: GULBARGA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS GULBARGA (1304)
BIJAPUR	1303: J.S.S. COLLEGE VIDYAGIRI DHARWAD (1303)
BIJAPUR	1308: R.P.D. COLLEGE CAMPUS BELGAUM (1308)
BIJAPUR	1310: VEERASHIAVA COLLEGE BELLARY (1310)
SAHARSA	0508: PURNEA COLLEGE PURNEA 0508
DEOGHAR	3609: A.S. COLLEGE (3609)
DEOGHAR	3607: GIRIDIH COLLEGE (3607)
DEOGHAR	3601: GODDA COLLEGE (3601)
DEOGHAR	3605: SAHIBGANJ COLLEGE (3605)
JODHPUR	88009: ANJUMAN MAHAVIDYALA (88009)
JODHPUR	2305: BJS RAMPURIA JAIN COLLEGE (2305)
JODHPUR	88008: MAHILA P.G. MAHAVIDYALAYA (88008)
JODHPUR	2333: S.P.U. (P.G.) COLLEGE (2333)
JODHPUR	88007: SIBM NATHDWARA (88007)
JODHPUR	2302: VIDYA BHAWAN RURAL INSTITUTE (2302)
AHMEDABAD	2901: DAMAN GOVERNMENT ARTS COLLEGE (2901)
AHMEDABAD	0901: L.D. ARTS COLLEGE (901)
AHMEDABAD	0902: M.S. UNIVERSITY (902)
AHMEDABAD	0905: MTB ARTS COLLEGE (905)
AHMEDABAD	0912: NAVJIVAN ARTS & COMM. COLLEGE (912)
AHMEDABAD	0910: SARDAR PATEL UNIVERSITY (910)
AHMEDABAD	0907: SSKS & SOM ARTS COLLEGE (907)
ANGUL	2103: GOVT COLLEGE ROURKELA
ANGUL	8900: IGNOU Regional Centre Angul

Program Coordinators

The program is coordinated by two esteemed academics:

Prof. Rekha Sharma Sen (Email: rekhasharmasen@ignou.ac.in)
Dr. Preetika Badgujar (Email: preetika@ignou.ac.in)

For further inquiries, you can contact them via the provided contact details.

Conclusion

The PGDECFE program offered by IGNOUis a comprehensive and flexible course designed to equip educators with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education. By providing a mix of theoretical learning and practical experience, the program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to handle the challenges of teaching and caring for young children. Given the critical importance of the foundational stage in shaping a child's future, this diploma program is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute positively to the early childhood education sector.

FAQs

What is the duration of the PGDECFE program?
The program is one year long.
Is the PGDECFE program available in languages other than English?
Currently, the program is offered in English.
What is the eligibility criteria for the program?
The program is open to individuals with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
Is the PGDECFE program offered in a regular mode or distance learning?
The PGDECFE program is offered through Open Distance Learning (ODL).
What are the fees for the PGDECFE program?
The total fee for the program is Rs. 10,800, plus any applicable registration and development fees.