About Child Care & Education
Child Care and Education encompass the holistic nurturing and intellectual development of children, addressing their physical, mental, social, and psychological needs crucial for fostering a wholesome and balanced growth. With growing awareness of the significance of children’s development in their early years, there is an increased demand for professionals with expertise in the field of child care and development.
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Why B.Voc in Child Care & Education from Pro Skill India?
B.Voc in Child Care & Education is a UGC-approved 3-year undergraduate program offered by proskillindia.org that trains students in the skills and knowledge required to be a professional in child care and education. Professionals in Child Care and education are responsible for well being and education of children usually below the age of 6. The course covers all the fundamental learnings of children’s health, nutrition, psychology, social and cognitive development, and government policies and regulations regarding child care. B.Voc in Child Care & Education focuses on providing practical experiences to the students through real-world projects and internships, ensuring they are well-prepared for employment upon completing the course. Students have the flexibility to choose from various entry and exit points during the program, allowing them to receive a certificate, diploma, or a degree based on their chosen tenure in the program.
Course Key Features
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University Name |
Pro Skill India |
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Location |
Mumbai |
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Course Name |
B.Voc in Child Care & Education |
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Course Type |
UG Degree |
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Duration |
3 years (6 semesters) |
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Mode |
Regular |
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Exam |
Semester wise |
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Course Fee |
50,000/year* |
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Eligibility |
Class 10+2 or equivalent |
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Salary |
1.8-3 LPA |
Syllabus
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First Semester |
1. Evolution and Progress of Early Childhood Care and Education (Theory) 2. Studying the Behaviour of Child (Practical) |
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Second Semester |
1. Fundamentals of Early Childhood Development (Theory) 2. Development of Educational Resources (Practical) |
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Third Semester |
1. Health and Nutritional Care of Early Childhood (Theory) 2. Health and Meal Planning (Practical) |
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Four Semester |
1. Guidance and Counseling of Young Children and Parent (Theory) 2. Techniques for studying Children (Practical) |
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Fifth Semester |
1. Child rights, Agencies and Welfare Programme 2. Engaging Community in Early Childhood (theory) 3. Field Visit (Survey of Institutions \ agencies working in ECCE field) Practical 4. Research Project 1 |
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Sixth Semester |
1. Programme Planning and Pedagogy 2. Organization and management of Preschool, Formal Creche and Day Care 3. Development of activities of Nursery school\ preschool\ Day-care\Creche 4. Research Project 2 |
Admission Process
- Candidates can register for the course by visiting proskillindia.org official website or opting for an offline admission process through direct contact with the university.
- During registration, candidates are required to provide their personal information, contact details, academic qualifications, any prior work experience, and submit the applicable application fee.
- Upon successful registration, students must await the announcement of seat allocation results.
- Pro Skill India offers free counseling to guide students throughout the admission process.
Course Fees
The total cost of the B.Voc in Child Care & Education course is INR 2.25 lakhs, with an annual fee of INR 75,000 for the three-year duration of the course.
Career Opportunities
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Preschool Teacher |
Elementary School Teacher |
Special Education Teacher |
Childcare Center Director |
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Child Development Specialist |
Curriculum Developer |
Educational Consultant |
Education Administrator |
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Family Support Worker |
Youth Program Coordinator |
Early Intervention Specialist |
Child Advocate |
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Parent Educator |
Child Life Specialist |
Counselor |
Social Worker |
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Education Coordinator in NGOs |
Public Policy Advocate for Children |
Online Education Instructor for Children |
Children’s Book Author or Illustrator |
Top Hiring Companies
- KinderCare Education
- Bright Horizons Family Solutions
- Learning Care Group
- The Goddard School
- Primrose Schools
- YMCA
- Montessori Schools
- Head Start Programs
- Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies:
- Public and Private Schools
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Government Agencies
- Early Childhood Education Consultancies
- Educational Publishers
- Child Development Centers on Military Bases
- Children’s Museums
- Private Educational Institutions
- Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
- Corporate Child Care Programs
- Online Educational Platforms for Children
Requirements
- Applicants should have successfully completed the 12th standard or its equivalent from a recognized board.
- The ideal qualification criterion is achieving 45% marks or higher in the 12th standard, though it may differ for candidates belonging to various categories.
- Candidates should be at least 17 years old.
- The course is open to international candidates and non-resident Indians (NRIs) as well.
