At the recent Child Advocacy Workshop conducted at SEGi College Subang Jaya, participants had the opportunity to break off into groups to discuss topics that they were passionate over. One of the groups was deeply concerned over the issue of ECCE professionalism.

what students think about the ECCE profession

How can you be a child advocator when you do not feel good about who you are and what you do as an Early Childhood professional? I once had a student who was a top-scorer in school. When she chose to pursue further studies in the area of early childhood education, many were puzzled at her choice. It was heartbreaking for her to have her mother constantly  defend her decision to enter the profession.

Research tells us again and again that the early years are the most critical years and rightfully those who care for and nurture our young should be justly  recognised. The best brains should be drawn to this profession. Those in the industry should never ever need to find excuses for their choice of profession.

It is encouraging therefore to see emphasis on early childhood education these days.  The recently launched ECCE Council for example is tasked with an advocacy function. ECCE professionals who wish for an avenue to find have their  voice should visit the ECCE Council website. Find out who we are and better yet, join the Council and be heard.

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