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Professional Certificate & Diploma Pathways

Explore professional programmes in Early Childhood Care & Education and Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training, combining flexible online learning with structured practical classroom experience.

Our Programmes

Two Teacher-Training Families. Four Professional Pathways.

Sharda International Academy for Educators offers professional Certificate and Diploma programmes in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCED) and Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training (PPTT).

Each pathway follows a Hybrid Learning Model that brings together online theory, faculty support, practical training, internship, assessment, and professional certification.

ECCED

Early Childhood Care & Education Programmes

Developed in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, SIAE's ECCED programmes promote child-centred, play-based and experiential learning, with emphasis on holistic child development, age-appropriate pedagogy and practical classroom readiness.

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Certificate — ECCED

Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education

The Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCED) is a six-month hybrid teacher-training programme designed for aspiring preschool teachers, caregivers and early childhood educators. It combines flexible online learning, structured practical training, supervised internship and classroom mentoring to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence required for effective early-years teaching and a rewarding career in early childhood education.

Duration
6 Months
Theory & Assessments
120 Hours
Practical, Assessment & Internship
88 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Eligibility
Minimum 10+2 or equivalent
Course Fee
₹22,400
  • Child development and early learning
  • Play-based and experiential learning
  • Lesson planning and classroom management
  • Classroom observation and teaching practice
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Certificate — ECCED

Certificate in Montessori & Early Years Practices

The Certificate in Montessori & Early Years Practices is a practical, hands-on programme designed to strengthen essential Montessori and early-years classroom skills. It provides learners with practical exposure to Montessori materials and activities, lesson planning, child engagement, activity-based learning and teaching demonstrations, helping them become confident and effective early-years educators.

Duration
3 Months
Theory & Assessments
0
Practical, Assessment & Internship
65 Hours
Mode
LIVE and Practice Teaching
Eligibility
Qualified teachers, teacher-training graduates and experienced preschool/early-years educators seeking practical Montessori and classroom skill enhancement.
Course Fee
₹13,500
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Diploma — ECCED

Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education

The Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCED) is a one-year professional teacher-training programme designed to develop skilled and confident preschool educators. It combines comprehensive academic learning, structured practical training, supervised internship and mentoring, while building expertise in child psychology, curriculum planning, Montessori education, classroom management, assessment and early childhood pedagogy.

Duration
1 Year
Theory & Assessments
240 Hours
Practical, Assessment & Internship
144 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent
Course Fee
₹37,400
  • Child growth and development
  • Montessori and experiential approaches
  • Parent communication and child assessment
  • Portfolio and guided teaching practice
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PPTT

Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training Programmes

The programme develops essential teaching competencies in educational psychology, curriculum and lesson planning, activity-based learning, classroom management, assessment, foundational literacy and numeracy, and effective teaching methodologies for pre-primary and primary education.

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Certificate — PPTT

Certificate in Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training

The Certificate in Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training (PPTT) is a six-month teacher-training programme designed to prepare aspiring educators for the Foundational and Preparatory Stages. It develops practical teaching competencies in literacy, numeracy, educational psychology, lesson planning, classroom management and activity-based learning, helping learners become confident and effective educators.

Duration
6 Months
Theory & Assessments
120 Hours
Practical, Assessment & Internship
90 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent
Course Fee
₹24,400
  • Child psychology and teaching methodologies
  • Foundational Literacy & Numeracy
  • Teaching Learning Materials
  • Observation, teaching practice, and portfolio
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Diploma — PPTT

Diploma in Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training

The Diploma in Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training (PPTT) is a one-year professional teacher-training programme designed to prepare skilled and confident educators for pre-primary and primary classrooms. It combines comprehensive academic learning with extensive practical training, teaching practice and internship, developing competencies in educational psychology, curriculum and lesson planning, foundational literacy and numeracy, educational technology, classroom management and assessment.

Duration
1 Year
Theory & Assessments
240 Hours
Practical, Assessment & Internship
152 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent
Course Fee
₹42,400
  • Modern pedagogy and child psychology
  • FLN and educational technology
  • Inclusive classroom management
  • Internship, projects, and professional portfolio
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Compare Our Programmes

Compare the verified duration, learning hours, practical commitment, and programme level of each pathway.

Comparison of SIAE teacher training programmes
ProgrammeTypeDurationTheory LearningPractical TrainingModeCourse Fee
ECCED CertificateCertificate6 Months120 Hours88 HoursHybrid Learning₹22,400
MEYP CertificateCertificate3 Months065 HoursLIVE and Practice Teaching₹13,500
ECCED DiplomaDiploma1 Year240 Hours144 HoursHybrid Learning₹37,400
PPTT CertificateCertificate6 Months120 Hours90 HoursHybrid Learning₹24,400
PPTT DiplomaDiploma1 Year240 Hours152 HoursHybrid Learning₹42,400

ECCED Certificate

Type
Certificate
Duration
6 Months
Theory
120 Hours
Practical
88 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Course Fee
₹22,400

MEYP Certificate

Type
Certificate
Duration
3 Months
Theory
0
Practical
65 Hours
Mode
LIVE and Practice Teaching
Course Fee
₹13,500

ECCED Diploma

Type
Diploma
Duration
1 Year
Theory
240 Hours
Practical
144 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Course Fee
₹37,400

PPTT Certificate

Type
Certificate
Duration
6 Months
Theory
120 Hours
Practical
90 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Course Fee
₹24,400

PPTT Diploma

Type
Diploma
Duration
1 Year
Theory
240 Hours
Practical
152 Hours
Mode
Hybrid Learning
Course Fee
₹42,400

The SIAE Learning Model

A concise programme-focused model combining flexible digital learning with guided practical teacher preparation.

01

LMS Learning

Self-paced online theory and assessments through the Learning Management System.

02

Faculty Guidance

Faculty support, doubt clearing, assignments, and continuous academic guidance.

03

Practical Experience

Classroom demonstrations, observation, teaching practice, and supervised internship.

04

Assessment & Certification

Theory and practical assessment followed by the applicable professional Certificate or Diploma.

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Practical Training Experience

Learn Through Guided Classroom Practice

Where authorised centres are available, practical training is conducted at SIAE or My Junior School centres in functioning preschool environments.

Learners develop practical competencies through classroom observation, activity planning, Montessori materials, storytelling, Teaching Learning Material preparation, lesson planning, teaching practice, and mentor feedback.

  • Real classroom observation
  • Lesson planning and activity sequencing
  • Teaching demonstrations and practice
  • Mentoring and constructive feedback

Certification and Learner Support

Academic, practical, and learner support continues across the programme journey.

Certification

Successful candidates receive the applicable Certificate or Diploma from SIAE after completing all programme requirements.

LMS Access

Learners receive access to online theory, assessments, and learning resources.

Faculty Mentoring

Faculty support and doubt-clearing sessions guide academic and practical progress.

Career Guidance

Eligible graduates receive career guidance and placement assistance. Employment is not guaranteed.

Eligibility Guidance

Candidates should normally have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or an equivalent qualification. Graduates and postgraduates are also welcome to apply.

These programmes are suitable for aspiring teachers, fresh graduates, homemakers, existing educators, and childcare professionals.

Admission Guidance

Applications can be submitted online through the official admission portal. After registration, candidates receive further instructions regarding document verification, fee payment, and LMS access.

Choose the Right Teacher Training Programme

Select a Certificate or Diploma pathway in Early Childhood Care & Education or Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher Training based on your learning goals and preferred programme duration.