DIPLOMA IN NURSERY TEACHER TRAINING (NTT) ( M-D-NTT )

Year 1 – Foundation Level

Semester 1: Basics of Early Childhood Education

1. Principles of Early Childhood Education

   • Concept, Need & Importance

   • Objectives and Scope of Pre-primary Education

   • Role of Nursery Teachers in Child Development

2. Child Development (0–6 years)

   • Physical, Social, Emotional, Language & Cognitive Development

   • Milestones in Growth

   • Role of Family & Environment in Development

3. Educational Psychology

   • Learning Theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Pavlov, Skinner)

   • Motivation, Attention & Memory

   • Behavior Modification Techniques

4. Health, Hygiene & Nutrition

   • Personal Hygiene & Sanitation

   • Balanced Diet for Children

   • Common Childhood Illnesses & First Aid

5. Art & Craft (Part-I)

   • Drawing, Colouring, Paper Folding (Origami)

   • Mask Making, Thumb Painting

   • Teaching through Art & Craft

6. Teaching Methods

   • Play-way Method

   • Montessori Method

   • Storytelling, Puppet Shows, Rhymes

7. Computer Basics (Optional)

   • MS Word, PowerPoint (for Teaching Aids)

   • Using Videos & Smart Teaching Tools

Practical Work – Semester 1

• Craft & Drawing File

• Child Observation Report

• Flash Card & Chart Making

• Micro Teaching Practice (Demo Classes)

Semester 2: Communication & Skill Building

1. Child Psychology (Advanced)

   • Stages of Emotional Development

   • Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia, ADHD etc.)

   • Discipline & Behaviour Management

2. Language Development Techniques

   • Phonics, Storytelling, Picture Reading

   • Reading & Writing Readiness

   • Vocabulary Building Activities

3. Early Mathematics

   • Number Concepts (1–100)

   • Shapes, Colours, Size, Patterns

   • Counting Objects, Simple Addition

4. Teaching Aids & Tools

   • Low-cost, Creative Teaching Aids

   • Flash Cards, Charts, Puzzles

   • Audio-Visual Learning

5. Music, Movement & Expression

   • Rhymes with Action

   • Creative Dance & Role Play

   • Voice Modulation for Teachers

6. Art & Craft (Part-II)

   • Clay Modelling

   • Paper Craft & Educational Toys

   • Seasonal Decoration Items

Practical Work – Semester 2

• Teaching Aid File

• Rhymes & Song Recordings

• Lesson Plan File

• Role Play / Story Demonstration

Year 2 – Advanced Level + Internship

Semester 3: Curriculum & Inclusive Education

1. EVS (Environmental Studies) for Children

   • Seasons, Animals, Plants, My Family

   • Good Habits, Community Helpers

   • Nature Walks & Observation

2. Montessori Method (Advanced)

   • Sensorial Education

   • Practical Life Exercises

   • Language & Math Activities (Beads, Cards)

3. Lesson Planning & Assessment Techniques

   • Steps of Lesson Plan

   • Assessment of Child Progress

   • Report Card Format

4. Curriculum Designing for Nursery

   • Weekly, Monthly & Annual Planning

   • Thematic Curriculum (Fruits, Festivals, Animals)

   • Integration of Activities

5. Inclusive Education & Special Needs

   • Identifying Special Needs Children

   • Basic Handling Techniques

   • Teaching Aids for Inclusive Classrooms

6. Yoga & Physical Development Activities

   • Basic Yoga for Children

   • Games for Motor Skills

   • Dance & Action Songs

Practical Work – Semester 3

• Montessori Material Use

• Curriculum Plan File

• Yoga Demo

• Special Child Observation Report

Semester 4: Internship + Final Project

1. Internship / Teaching Practice (30–45 Days)

   • Practice Teaching in Pre-school

   • Daily Class Planning

   • Observation & Evaluation by Supervisor

2. Internship File Preparation

   • Subject-wise Lesson Plans

   • Student Observation Notes

   • Attendance Sheet & Feedback

3. Project / Dissertation Work

   • Topics (choose one):

     • Child Behavior Study

     • Impact of Play-way Method

     • Montessori vs. Traditional Method

     • Use of Teaching Aids

4. Viva & Final Evaluation

   • Based on Files, Practical Skills & Presentation

   • Oral Questions on Theory & Practice

Final Submission Includes:

• Internship File

• Lesson Plan File

• Project Report

• Art & Craft File

• Teaching Aids

• Viva Voce

Minimum Qualification:

• 10+2 (Intermediate / Higher Secondary) Pass
  (from any recognized board in any stream – Arts, Commerce, or Science)

Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 17 years

• Maximum Age: No upper age limit (flexible as per institute policy)

Who Can Apply:

• Freshers after 12th

• Housewives or mothers interested in teaching

• Working women seeking professional skills

• Private school teachers without formal training

• Aspiring educators for play school / pre-primary level