NTT (Nursery Teacher Training)

Professional Course Syllabus

Course Overview

The Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) program is designed to prepare aspiring teachers with the knowledge, practical skills, and teaching techniques required to work effectively with young children at the pre-primary and nursery level.

The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical training in child development, teaching methodology, classroom management, creative activities, health, safety, and foundational learning.

Course Duration

1 Year

Eligibility

10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.

Age Requirement

Generally 18 years and above. There is normally no upper age limit, subject to the applicable institute or program rules.

NTT Course Syllabus

Semester / Module 1 – Child Development & Early Childhood Education

1. Child Psychology & Development

• Introduction to Child Psychology

• Stages of Child Development

• Physical, Mental, Emotional and Social Development

• Cognitive Development

• Language Development

• Behavioural Development

• Individual Differences in Children

• Understanding Children's Behaviour

2. Early Childhood Care & Education

• Concept of Early Childhood Education

• Importance of Pre-Primary Education

• Principles of Early Childhood Learning

• Role of a Nursery Teacher

• Child-Friendly Learning Environment

• Importance of Play in Early Education

3. Health, Hygiene & Nutrition

• Child Health and Hygiene

• Personal Hygiene

• Balanced Diet and Nutrition

• Common Childhood Health Problems

• First Aid and Basic Safety

• Child Protection and Safety

• Clean and Healthy Classroom Environment

Semester / Module 2 – Teaching Methodology

4. Methodology of Teaching

• Principles of Teaching

• Pre-Primary Teaching Methods

• Play-Way Method

• Activity-Based Learning

• Storytelling Method

• Demonstration Method

• Learning Through Games

• Individual and Group Activities

5. Classroom Management

• Classroom Organization

• Maintaining Discipline

• Positive Classroom Behaviour

• Lesson Planning

• Time Management

• Managing Individual Differences

• Teacher-Child Interaction

• Creating a Positive Learning Environment

6. Instructional Aids & Teaching Materials

• Teaching-Learning Materials

• Flash Cards

• Charts and Posters

• Picture Cards

• Puppets and Models

• Educational Toys

• Low-Cost Teaching Materials

• Digital Learning Resources

Semester / Module 3 – Creative & Foundational Learning

7. Art, Craft & Creative Activities

• Drawing and Colouring

• Paper Craft

• Clay and Model Making

• Creative Classroom Activities

• Making Teaching Aids

• Festival and Theme-Based Activities

• Development of Creativity in Children

8. Music, Rhymes & Storytelling

• Nursery Rhymes

• Action Songs

• Music-Based Activities

• Storytelling Techniques

• Picture Storytelling

• Developing Listening and Speaking Skills

• Use of Songs and Stories in Teaching

9. Foundational Literacy & Numeracy

• Pre-Reading Skills

• Alphabet Recognition

• Phonics and Sound Awareness

• Vocabulary Development

• Pre-Writing Skills

• Number Recognition

• Counting Skills

• Basic Shapes and Patterns

• Concept of Size, Colour and Classification

• Activity-Based Mathematics

Semester / Module 4 – Practical Teacher Training

10. Lesson Planning & Activity Planning

• Preparation of Daily Lesson Plans

• Weekly Activity Planning

• Theme-Based Teaching

• Learning Objectives

• Classroom Activities

• Teaching Resources

• Evaluation of Learning Activities

11. Practice Teaching

• Classroom Observation

• Teaching Practice

• Conducting Nursery Activities

• Student Interaction

• Classroom Management Practice

• Use of Teaching Aids

• Practical Lesson Delivery

12. Micro-Teaching

• Introduction to Micro-Teaching

• Teaching Skill Development

• Questioning Skills

• Explanation Skills

• Demonstration Skills

• Communication Skills

• Classroom Presentation