The P1 Diploma is two year program, which at the end of the course students should achieve the following objectives:
1.To develop the basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the teaching profession so that teachers attitude and abilities be turned towards professional commitment and competence
2.To develop awareness of the principles of good human relationship in dealing with children and the community
3.To develop teachers ability to communicate effectively
4.To create national consciousness in every teacher
5.To promote awareness and appreciation of the role of technology In national development
For P1 teachers who wish to upgrade to Diploma in Elementary Teacher Education (DPTE), they must meet the following requirements;
1. Applicant should have a valid PTE certificate
2. The applicant must be registered by the Teachers Service Commission.
3. Duration of the course will be 1500 hours.
4. The course will be completely residential.
5. The trainee shall attend all the courses specified in the Program for Upgradation of Diploma in Elementary Teacher Education
6. Trainees will undertake 300 hours of teaching practice.
7.Applicants must submit proof of adherence to positive ethics and good behavior.
Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers teach the pre-primary level meaning those students who are still young thus in the nursery level.
These teachers are always patient and tender hearted as they are dealing with the young Children.
ECDE teachers payslips vary drastically depending on the education level, work experience, among others.
For ECDE teachers who wish to upgrade to the Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE), they must meet these key requirements;
1. Applicant should have valid ECDE certificate.
2. The applicant must be registered by the Teachers Service Commission.
3. Duration of the course will be 1890 hours.
4. The course will be completely residential.
5. The trainee shall attend all the courses specified in the Program for Upgradation of Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education (DECTE).
6.Trainees will undertake 300 hours of teaching practice.
7. To be awarded the Diploma, the trainee must complete the required hours of course work and pass an assessment set by the Kenya National Examinations Council.
8. Applicants must submit evidence of adherence to positive ethical values and good behavior.
