Description
2. Course Duration
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Total Duration: 6 months to 1 year (varies by institute)
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Mode of Study: Full-time / Part-time / Online
3. Eligibility Criteria
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Minimum 10+2 (Higher Secondary) qualification from a recognized board.
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Some institutes may require a minimum of 50% marks in 12th grade.
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Basic proficiency in the language of instruction (usually English or regional language).
4. Course Syllabus / Modules
The NTT curriculum covers both theoretical and practical aspects of early childhood education, including:
A. Core Subjects:
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Child Psychology & Development
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Stages of child growth (physical, cognitive, emotional, social)
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Theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Montessori, etc.
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Principles of Early Childhood Education
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Importance of preschool education
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Learning through play
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Teaching Methodologies for Nursery
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Activity-based learning
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Storytelling, rhymes, and creative teaching techniques
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Classroom Management & Lesson Planning
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Designing age-appropriate lesson plans
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Handling behavioral issues
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Health, Nutrition, and Safety for Children
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Basics of child health & hygiene
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First aid for young children
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Art & Craft for Kids
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Developing fine motor skills through drawing, painting, and crafts
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Montessori & Playway Methods
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Hands-on training in Montessori tools & play-based learning
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B. Practical Training:
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Internship / Teaching Practice in preschools
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Workshops on storytelling, puppetry, and rhymes
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Project Work (creating teaching aids, lesson plans)
5. Career Opportunities
After completing the NTT course, graduates can work as:
✅ Nursery Teacher
✅ Preschool Educator
✅ Montessori Teacher
✅ Daycare Center Supervisor
✅ Curriculum Developer for Early Education
✅ Home Tutor for Young Kids
6. Certification & Accreditation
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Certificate awarded by recognized educational boards/institutes.
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Some courses may be affiliated with NCERT, SCERT, or private education bodies.
7. Top Institutes Offering NTT
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NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling)
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IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)
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State Government Teachers’ Training Institutes
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Private Montessori & Early Childhood Education Centers
8. Why Pursue NTT?
✔ High demand for trained nursery teachers in preschools & daycare centers.
✔ Opportunity to shape young minds during their formative years.
✔ Flexible career options (full-time/part-time/self-run playschools).
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