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Diploma in Primary Education (Teaching)

Duration
1 Year
Awarding Body
TVEC – Government Approved

ONLY DIPLOMA COURSE THAT GUARANTEES FREE INTERNSHIP AT YORK INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SAPUGASKANDA, WATTALA, KADAWATHA)

The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) was established in 1991 as the apex body in the technical and vocational education and training sector under the provisions of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Act No 20 of 1990.

Its primary responsibility is policy formulation, planning, quality assurance, coordination and development of tertiary and vocational education in the country. York Graduate Campus range of Diploma courses are all TVEC Approved.

After completion of this course, the trainees will possess great confidence in teaching with the ability to teach any subject.

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    Entry requirements

    You are eligible to apply for this program if you have any of the following qualifications


    The candidate should have successfully obtained at least Three (3) Passes at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination conducted by The Government of Sri Lanka National or any other International Body as a mandatory requirement of enrolment.

    The candidates should also have successfully obtained at least Six (6) Passes at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination conducted by The Government of Sri Lanka National or any other International Body inclusive of Credit passes in 1st Language, Mathematics and English

    Those who are planning to build their careers in Teaching

    Program Objectives


    4 Months FREE Internship during the course at York International School. Students have the opportunity to choose which branch they prefer to do their internship.

    Continues Assessments, Summative Test, Projects, Presentations and Teaching Observations

    Provides a good opportunity for those who are looking for a job as a teacher in both local and foreign schools or institutes as well.

    The candidate will learn things like learners’ needs preparing a lesson, deliver lessons successfully and providing feedback.

    After completion of this course, the trainees will possess great confidence in teaching with the ability to teach any subject.

    More practical oriented teaching/assessment methods

    Special module on IT to enhance the use of latest technology in teaching and learning process

    Interaction with eminent personalities in the fields who have international exposure

    Higher education opportunities, both local /abroad
    Total immersion programme to further improve English
    Soft skills development which is essential for a good teacher
    Additional language coaching for those who are in need

     

    Assessments

    Assessments need to be administered carefully, to ensure that all students are treated fairly, and that results and certification are issued on time, allowing students to move on to chosen progression opportunities.

    Our equality policy requires that all students should have equal opportunity to access our qualifications and assessments and that our qualifications are awarded in a way that is fair to every student. We are committed to making sure that:

    Students with a protected characteristic (as defined in legislation) are not, when they are undertaking one of our qualifications, disadvantaged in comparison to students who do not share that characteristic.

    All students achieve the recognition they deserve for undertaking a qualification and that this achievement can be compared fairly to the achievement of their peers.

    Advantages


    Free Internship Opportunity at York International Schools

    Sri Lankan Government (TVEC) Approved Diploma Course

    Study in a State-of-the-Art Campus

    Explore other Extra Curricular Activities while heading towards your Degree

    Experienced & Friendly Lecturer Panel

    Flexible Payment Plans

    Student Friendly Student Affairs Team

    Be competitive in the job market

    Friendly and supportive learning environment

     

    Teaching Methodology

    Lectures and self-study

    Evaluation

    Course End Examination/ Assignment