Welcome to the Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Warman Campus)

In this four-semester diploma program, you will learn about the physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs of children. You will understand how to develop and implement inclusive programming in order to support the healthy development of children ranging in age from infancy to school-age.
Your studies will include courses in child development, curriculum, philosophy of education, communication, working with families and administration. Throughout this program you will develop the following skills: Design healthy, safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children from infancy to school age. Plan and implement inclusive programming to support children’s development using current theories. Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and other professionals
Career Path
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore: Child care centres, Family resource programs, Settlement centres , EarlyON centres, After-school programs, Nursery schools, Parent co-operative centres, Private home child care

Eligibility

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Great Plain College below
1. WASSCE/A level Certficate 
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Great Plain College will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.
If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availablility - YES

Intakes

September, 2025

From May, 2024 to May, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From April, 2025 to May, 2026

Open