The Certificate in Teaching Primary (120 credits) are equivalent to one year of full time study and has been especially designed for teachers in training (TiT). To be able to involve more teachers in training in the programme it is likely that future programmes will be offered using distance and flexible learning (DFL) methods of delivery.
Course Structure
Course Code: ECP
Course Name: Certificate in Teaching Primary
Duration: 1 year
Core Units:
Total Credit Points: 120
Campus: Kukum
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Pre-requisite | Semester offered | Credit point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester A Units | ||||
| LA451 | English Language for Tertiary Studies | Nil | 10 | |
| This unit prepares student teachers for further academic study. A scaffold approach is the model underpinning this course. Through this course, the process of understanding principles of learning, assessment and reflective practice will be developed. This is to help with the academic requirements of any other course. This is the preparatory course for Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary student teachers. | ||||
| ES411 | Professional Studies 1 | Nil | 10 | |
| This unit introduces student teachers to the nature of teaching and learning and the role of the teacher in enhancing learning. It prepares the student teacher to be competent in a range of skills related to effective teaching. The development of comp0etence in teaching and curriculum skills is of great importance as all these skills are needed by a teacher. The acquisition of skills provides a foundation for the learning of more complex skills later in the program The course also looks at learning theories and their role in understanding the learner. School culture and the part it plays in understanding the relationship between learner and teacher and the whole process of learning and teaching will be examined. | ||||
| LA461 | Introduction to Basic Grammar | LA445 | 10 | |
| MA411 | Numbers and Operation 1 | MA432 | 10 | |
| BLOCK ONE | ||||
| SS551 | Introduction to Social studies Skills 1 | EA512 | 5 | |
| This unit is designed to introduce student teachers to learning important social studies skills and to enable them to apply thee skills in a social studies classroom for effective teaching and learning. The unit also explores and enhances student teachersÂ’ prior knowledge of communication, resource planning, teaching approaches, and assessment methodologies for worthwhile learning in social studies classroom. | ||||
| EA411 | Creative & Expressive Arts 1 | SS554 | 5 | |
| This unit aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to explore the distinct languages of each of the Expressive Arts and see how the verbal skills, techniques and elements interwoven. It will also enable students to work with young children and their learning need as they explore Visual Arts. | ||||
| BLOCK TWO | ||||
| SC410 | Learning and Teaching Primary Science | HP411 | 5 | |
| HP410 | Health & Physical Education 1 | SC414 | 5 | |
| YEAR 1 SEMESTER B UNITS | ||||
| TE411 | Teaching Experience | ES100 | 20 | |
| ES441 | Human Development | Nil | 20 | |
| LA445 | Writing Skills | Nil | 20 | |
| MA432 | Measurement | Nil | 20 | |
| BLOCK ONE | ||||
| EA512 | Creative & Expressive Arts 2 (Visual Art) | 10 | ||
| SS554 | Introduction to Social Studies Skills 2 | 10 | ||
| BLOCK TWO | ||||
| HP411 | Health & Physical Education | 10 | ||
| SC414 | Education for Sustainable Development | 10 | ||