The course “Supporting Preschoolers with Literacy Difficulties” aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to identify students who may be struggling with literacy learning, and learn strategies to support students with literacy difficulties in the classroom effectively.

This course is conducted by an Educational Therapist experienced in supporting children with literacy difficulties in the preschool setting.

Learning Outcomes

Upon course completion, participants will be able to:

• Describe literacy development and red flags in children
• List strategies to support children with literacy learning difficulties in the classroom
• Practice classroom strategies to support children with literacy learning difficulties

 Who should attend

ECDA-certified L2 Teachers/ Lead Teachers/ Centre Leaders & Pinnacle Leaders

Course details

It is a 1-day course from 9am to 5.30pm. The course will be conducted in English. Online or Face-to-Face training modes are available depending on course runs.

Course Fee

*Course fee information is accurate as at July 2023

Course Schedule & Registration

For more information on course schedule and to register for the course, please visit ONE@ECDA.

Testimonials

“The activities and assignments have been great. The variety of case studies, personal experiences and strategies shared by both facilitators and participants widen my perspective on handling children with learning needs, as well as made me more aware of other types of learning difficulties.” – Peschool Teacher (Sep 2021)

“The organisers have good knowledge of the topic. They were able to give the teachers new suggestions and how they can overcome certain issues that they have encountered. The teachers were able to clarify their doubts.” – Senior Preschool Teacher (Mar 2022)

“This course has been an eye opener. It has allowed me to better understand the needs of the children under my care and how as an educator I can provide them with the necessary strategies. The examples and sharing are relatable, allowing us to understand the information better. The assignment has been relevant.” – Preschool Teacher (Feb 2023)

The course “Supporting Preschoolers with Sensory Modulation Difficulties” aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to identify sensory modulation difficulties, and learn strategies to support students with sensory modulation difficulties in the classroom effectively.

This course is conducted by an Occupational Therapist experienced in supporting children with sensory modulation difficulties in the preschool setting.

Learning Outcomes

Upon course completion, participants will be able to:

• Identify core features of sensory-motor difficulties and related behavioural manifestations
• List strategies to support children with sensory modulation difficulties in the classroom
• Practice classroom strategies to support children with sensory modulation difficulties

 Who should attend

ECDA-certified L2 Teachers/ Lead Teachers/ Centre Leaders & Pinnacle Leaders

Course details

It is a 1-day course from 9am to 5.30pm. The course will be conducted in English. Online or Face-to-Face training modes are available depending on course runs.

Course Fee

*Course fee information is accurate as at July 2023

Course Schedule & Registration

For more information on course schedule and to register for the course, please visit ONE@ECDA.

Testimonials

“I appreciate the time the facilitators have taken to explain to participants at each break time to further assist participants in their daily interactions with children with behavioural issues.” – Preschool Teacher (Sep 2021)

“The case studies were great as they allow us to understand how to manage a child better. With teachers from different centres, it was great as we get to learn from one another, and try out their suggestions in our own centres as well.” – Beginning Preschool Teacher (Apr 2022)

“Trainers were all knowledgeable about the various areas and many hands-on activities were planned to facilitate our learning. I learnt how to identify the various learning difficulties as well as useful strategies to help the children.” – Preschool Teacher (Feb 2023)

The course “Supporting Preschoolers with Speech Language Difficulties” aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to identify speech vs. language difficulties, and learn strategies to support students with speech language difficulties in the classroom effectively.

This course is conducted by a Speech Language Therapist experienced in supporting children with speech language difficulties in the preschool setting.

Learning Outcomes

Upon course completion, participants will be able to:

• Describe and differentiate the factors that contribute to common speech and language difficulties
• List strategies to support children with speech and/or language difficulties in the classroom
• Practice classroom strategies to support children with speech and/or language difficulties

 Who should attend

ECDA-certified L2 Teachers/ Lead Teachers/ Centre Leaders & Pinnacle Leaders

Course details

It is a 1-day course from 9am to 5.30pm. The course will be conducted in English. Online or Face-to-Face training modes are available depending on course runs.

Course Fee

*Course fee information is accurate as at July 2023

Course Schedule & Registration

For more information on course schedule and to register for the course, please visit ONE@ECDA.

Testimonials

“I will recommend this course to all L2 educators in my center as I feel that it helps us to understand the struggles each child with learning difficulties is facing, which is not covered fully in my diploma course. The tips and strategies learnt can be shared with my fellow colleagues to improve on our classroom management skills.” – Beginning Preschool Teacher (Jun 2021)

“It was an enriching and inspiring course led by all the professional trainers. I have gained so much insights and information from all of their knowledge and sharing. I will make a checklist for the targeted children with difficulties in their learning development and carry out some of the strategies to see if there will be improvement in their learning needs and behaviors.” – Preschool Teacher (Mar 2022)

“The course helps to pinpoint or redirect some of the misunderstood learning difficulties faced by our children. All the instructors were helpful and had good knowledge. They were able to clarify trainees’ doubts and provided valuable solutions and techniques which we can definitely try and adapt in the classroom.” – Beginning Preschool Teacher (Apr 2023)

The course ‘Increasing Engagement in the Preschool Classrooms through Differentiated Teaching’ (IEPCDT) aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to implement differentiated teaching in their classrooms to increase student engagement and optimise student learning. In the face of growing diversity in the classrooms, educators need to recognise the benefit of utilising strategies that enable them to reach and challenge each student. Differentiated instruction is a powerful teaching strategy where educators can modify their instruction to address the strengths and needs of all learners. In this workshop, participants will learn what it means to differentiate teaching in the areas of content, process, product, and learning environment in the inclusive preschool classroom.

Learning Outcomes
Upon course completion, participants will be able to:
• Analyse child’s level of engagement and identify the focused areas of intervention
• Develop an activity plan incorporating the strategies for differentiated instruction

Who should attend
ECDA L2-Certified Beginning Preschool Teachers & Preschool Teachers/ Senior Teachers/ Lead Teachers

Course details
IEPCDT is a 1.5 day course. The course will be conducted in English.
Day 1: 9am – 5pm
Day 2: 9am – 12.30pm

Assessment methods
Online Test and Oral Questioning

Course Fee

Course fee: $400 per participant (before GST)

*Course fee information is updated as at May 2023 and is subjected to changes from the funding organisations

Testimonials
“Interactive trainers who share lots of knowledge and practical skills. I learnt specific techniques to cater to children’s learning needs, and how to implement and use them effectively.” – Preschool teacher (Mar 2022)

“It is a good learning platform, not only from facilitators but also fellow participants.” – Preschool teacher (July 2022)

“There were many opportunities for group discussions and for asking questions. Trainers have deep content knowledge and are patient in answering our questions.” – Preschool teacher (Sep 2022)