Diploma in Nursery Teacher Training (DNTT) – 2 Years

Course Description

The Diploma in Nursery Teacher Training (DNTT) is a two-year professional teacher education programme designed to prepare teachers for preschool, nursery, kindergarten, and primary education. The course develops knowledge of child growth and development, educational psychology, teaching methods, classroom management, educational technology, health and nutrition, inclusive education, and practical teaching skills. It combines theory with practical training, enabling learners to create a safe, engaging, and child-centred learning environment.

Duration: 2 Years (24 Months)

Eligibility: 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent

Total Marks: 2000 (1000 per year)

Teaching Practice: Mandatory

Internship: Preschool/Primary School

First Year Syllabus

Subject 1: Theory of Education

Description:

Meaning and aims of education

Philosophy of education

Teacher's role and ethics

Educational system in India

Principles of teaching-learning

Subject 2: Pedagogic Process in Elementary Schools

Description:

Teaching-learning process

Lesson planning

Child-centred teaching

Teaching strategies

Classroom organization

Subject 3: Elementary Education in India

Description:

History of elementary education

National Education Policy

RTE Act

School administration

Educational schemes

Subject 4: Early Childhood Education

Description:

Importance of ECCE

Child development

Learning through play

Preschool curriculum

Creative learning

Subject 5: Working with Parents & Community

Description:

Parent-teacher partnership

Community participation

School-community relationship

Home visits

Parent counselling

Subject 6: Teaching Methods

Description:

Language teaching

Mathematics teaching

Environmental Studies

Storytelling

Activity-based learning

Subject 7: Principles of Teaching

Description:

Teaching principles

Motivation

Classroom communication

Teaching aids

Evaluation methods

Subject 8: Health Education & Nourishment

Description:

Child health

Nutrition

Hygiene

First aid

Growth monitoring

Subject 9: Practical-I

Description:

Lesson plans

Teaching aids

Classroom observation

Activity file

School visit

Subject 10: Viva-Voce

Description:

Oral examination

Teaching skills

Communication

Professional attitude

Second Year Syllabus

Subject 1: Principles of Education

Description:

Educational philosophy

Modern teaching trends

Professional ethics

Child-friendly schools

Subject 2: Soft Skills & Computer

Description:

Communication skills

Personality development

MS Word

PowerPoint

Internet and Email

Subject 3: Audio Visual Equipment

Description:

Educational technology

Smart classroom

Charts and models

Multimedia teaching

Digital learning tools

Subject 4: Play Way Methods

Description:

Learning through play

Montessori activities

Froebel method

Kindergarten activities

Indoor & outdoor games

Subject 5: Use of IT in Teaching

Description:

ICT in education

Online teaching

Digital content creation

Educational apps

E-learning tools

Subject 6: Subject Teaching Methods-II

Description:

Advanced teaching methods

Activity-based learning

Inclusive teaching

Classroom assessment

Remedial teaching

Subject 7: Agencies of Education

Description:

Family

School

Society

Government agencies

NGOs in education

Subject 8: History and Philosophy of Pre-Primary Education

Description:

History of preschool education

Montessori

Froebel

Gandhi

Tagore

Modern preschool education

Subject 9: Community & Elementary Education

Description:

Community participation

School development

Social awareness

Educational programmes

Child welfare

Subject 10: Practical-II (Teaching Practice & Internship)

Description:

Internship in preschool

Classroom teaching

Lesson delivery

Project work

Record file

Teaching portfolio

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Understand child psychology and development.

Plan and deliver effective preschool lessons.

Use modern teaching methods and educational technology.

Develop child-friendly learning environments.

Manage classrooms effectively.

Work collaboratively with parents and the community.

Promote children's health, safety, and holistic development.

Apply ICT and digital tools in teaching.

Perform confidently as Nursery, Kindergarten, Preschool, and Primary School Teachers.